The Coach Tourism & Transport Council of Ireland

10/08/2026

🚍 Positive news for coach operators 🚍

Dedicated coach parking, set-down and pick-up arrangements have now been confirmed for The Weeknd and Bon Jovi concerts at Croke Park.

A dedicated coach parking facility will operate on Alfie Byrne Road from 1pm to midnight on each concert day, on a first-come, first-served basis with no advance registration required.

Coaches using the facility will be able to set down passengers, remain parked during the concert and return to the same location for passenger collection.

If the facility reaches capacity, coaches may set down passengers on Alfie Byrne Road before proceeding to South Bank Road, Dublin 4, for layover. They may return to Alfie Byrne Road from 10pm for passenger collection.

This is a welcome development that provides greater certainty for operators. The CTTC will continue to advocate for practical arrangements that support coach operators and the passengers they serve.

07/08/2026

Ireland wants cleaner, greener and more accessible buses — but current VAT rules make investing in them more difficult.

Budget 2027 should:

🚌 Introduce a VAT Compensation Scheme for commercial passenger transport operators.
🔋 Modernise the VAT71 scheme to support electric and accessible buses.
💰 Speed up VAT71 repayments to encourage investment in new fleets.

Supporting cleaner, more accessible buses starts with supporting the operators investing in them.

Read the CTTC's budget submission here: https://tinyurl.com/CTTC-Budget-Submission

Micheál Martin Simon Harris TD Jack Chambers Darragh O'Brien TD Sean Canney TD Jerry Buttimer

28/07/2026

Every school day, commercial bus and coach operators transport more than 181,000 children safely to and from school, providing approximately 95% of all buses deployed in the School Transport Scheme.

School transport is one of the State's most important public services, and Budget 2027 must ensure the operators delivering it have sustainable funding to continue serving families across Ireland.

This year, in Budget 2027, we call on the Government to:

✅Introduce a School Transport Contracts Compensation Scheme
✅Increase the budget allocation for school transport to account for the increase in demand
✅Index school transport contract payments annually to the consumer price index to account for inflation
✅Introduce a fuel variation clause to protect operators from exceptional movements in diesel prices for school transport contracts

Read our pre-budget submission here:https://cttc.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/CTTC-Pre-Budget-Submission-2027.pdf

20/07/2026

Today, the CTTC launched its Pre-Budget 2027 Submission, setting out practical measures to strengthen Ireland's commercial bus and coach sector.

Our members keep Ireland moving every day, delivering school transport, connecting rural communities, supporting tourism and helping achieve Ireland's climate ambitions.

This year, we're asking the Government to support a sustainable, competitive and fair Coach and Bus Sector.

Our priorities for Budget 2027 are clear:
🚌 Sustainable school transport
⚖️ Fair funding across public transport
♻️ Support for fleet renewal
🌱 A practical pathway to decarbonisation

Investing in commercial operators is an investment in Ireland's transport future.

Read the submission here: https://tinyurl.com/CTTC-Budget-Submission

Darragh O'Brien TD Simon Harris TD Sean Canney TD Jerry Buttimer Jack Chambers Micheál Martin Hildegarde Naughton T.D.

16/06/2026

The Government has today approved the publication of the Dublin Airport (Passenger Capacity) Bill 2026, with a stated ambition to enact the legislation before the Dáil's summer recess in July.

Dublin Airport is a vital gateway for tourism, trade, investment and jobs, connecting Ireland with international markets and supporting communities across the country.

Coach and bus services play a key role in connecting passengers with towns, cities and tourism destinations throughout Ireland, helping to support regional economies while providing a sustainable alternative to private car travel.

We look forward to engaging with the Government and stakeholders as the Bill progresses through the Oireachtas.

09/06/2026

We’re delighted to welcome VIP Buses as a member of the CTTC!

VIP Buses is a family-owned and operated transport provider based in Dublin, with a strong presence across Dublin and Kildare. Established in 2019 and backed by decades of industry experience, the company has built a strong reputation for reliability, professionalism and exceptional customer care.

VIP Buses operates a fleet of over 150 vehicles, including mini-buses, executive coaches, double deckers, luxury SUVs and cars, delivering high-quality transport solutions for corporate travel, school transport, tourism, weddings, airport transfers, sports clubs and private events and maintaining the highest standards of safety, comfort and presentation.

25/05/2026

We are pleased to announce that the CTTC has been appointed as a nominating body for Seanad Éireann.

This important development ensures that the voice of Ireland’s coach tourism and passenger transport sector is represented at a national level. It reflects the vital role our industry plays in supporting connectivity, tourism, and economic growth across the country.

As a nominating body, the CTTC will contribute to the democratic process by putting forward candidates who understand the challenges and opportunities within our sector, helping to shape informed policy and future development.

We look forward to engaging with our members and stakeholders ahead of the next Seanad elections.

20/05/2026

The CTTC welcomes the announcement that the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) will open for applications today, May 20th, at 12:00 p.m. and will remain open until Friday June 12th.



The portal for applications will be accessible from the Department of Transport’s website, www.gov.ie/transport, with full eligibility criteria, terms and conditions, and information on State Aid rules to be published at the same time.



We thank Tánaiste, Simon Harris TD, Minister Darragh O'Brien TD, Minister Sean Canney TD, and officials in the Department of Transport for their continued engagement and efforts.

29/04/2026

The CTTC welcomes the Government’s introduction of targeted fuel supports under the Road Transporters Support Scheme (RTSS) for bus and coach operators. With fuel costs placing significant pressure on the sector, this support - particularly the graduated structure benefiting smaller and regional operators - is a vital step in helping services remain viable.

Combined with continued supports for TFI Local Link and school transport contracts, these measures will help ensure essential connectivity for communities, workers, and students across Ireland.

We look forward to continued engagement with Government, including Simon Harris, Minister Darragh O'Brien TD, and Minister Sean Canney, TD, to ensure effective delivery of these supports and ongoing stability for the sector.

14/04/2026

The CTTC's statement that we are not involved in, or party to, a proposed strike action was published by The Business Post.

Read the full statement here:

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