Ministers welcome €24.33 billion for Department of Transport under the National Development Plan Review 2025
- Foilsithe: 24 Iúil 2025
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Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien, Minister of State with responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, Seán Canney, and Minister of State with responsibility for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer, have welcomed the Department of Transport’s allocation of €24.33 billion under the National Development Plan Review 2025.
Transport infrastructure is a strategic enabler of economic growth, delivering broad benefits to communities and businesses. It underpins enhanced productivity, supports balanced regional development, and strengthens the overall competitiveness of the economy.
Investment funding provided under the National Development Plan to date has supported transport infrastructure improvements across the country, including the BusConnects Dublin Network Redesign, Connecting Ireland, the purchase of a new DART fleet, and significant grant and infrastructural support for the move towards electric vehicles.
The revised NDP Transport investment levels of €24.33 billion will support further expansions of key Transport programmes over the next five years, such as:
- Public Transport, including the commencement of Metrolink construction;
- Road Networks and Road Safety, in order to protect and expand the road network;
- Active Travel and Greenways, to support sustainable transport and climate goals; and
- Support the electrification of road transport to meet climate goals.
“The Department’s allocation under the National Development Plan reflects this Government’s unwavering commitment to delivering a modern, safe, and sustainable transport network for all, as well as protecting and expanding the road network.
This funding will enable us to progress transformative projects like MetroLink, DART+, and BusConnects, while also strengthening regional connectivity and supporting rural mobility through initiatives such as Connecting Ireland. These investments are not just about infrastructure—they are about supporting communities, reducing emissions, and building a transport system that serves every corner of our country.”
Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien
“This €24.33 billion investment under the updated National Development Plan is about building a transport system that serves the entire country. Investment in roads, ports, and rail underpins economic resilience, regional opportunity, and climate action. As Minister with responsibility for rail, I remain firmly committed to progressing the All-Island Strategic Rail Review. It has the potential to reshape connectivity across the island and provide our regions with the long-term transport links they need to thrive.”
Minister of State with responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, Seán Canney
“I’m delighted the NDP Review recognises how critical local roads are to communities everywhere. Investment in this key infrastructure makes daily life easier for everyone by boosting connectivity, making daily commutes or school and sports runs safer and easier and, of course, supporting small businesses.”
Minister of State with responsibility for Rural Transport, Jerry Buttimer