NTA is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to provide high quality, accessible, sustainable transport across Ireland.
NTA has a statutory function to implement a transport strategy for the Greater Dublin Area, and also leads the development of transport strategies in Cork, Galway, Limerick, and Waterford.
NTA plans, procures and oversees Public Service Obligation (PSO) public transport, ensuring that vital bus and rail services are available to communities across the country under the Transport for Ireland brand.
NTA is the licensing authority for the commercial bus sector and Small Public Service Vehicles (SPSVs).
NTA works with local authorities throughout Ireland to deliver active travel infrastructure that facilitates cycling, walking and wheelchair use.
NTA delivers the technologies and services that provide integrated information and methods of payment for public transport services.
NTA is a statutory non-commercial body, which operates under the aegis of the Department of Transport. NTA obtains statutory powers from the following pieces of legislation: