To change the way we invest in transport systems if we are to move to a more sustainable future. The outgoing Government’s Capital investment plan 2016-2021 allocated €5.9 billion on roads spending, €3.6 billion on public transport and had no budget for local investment in bus routes, cycling and walking. We will reallocate €1.6 billion of that roads budget to invest in more sustainable solutions.
in favour of environmental protection, e.g. fighting climate change or 'green' policies or preservation of natural resources or animal rights