Research Papers 2013
Synopsis: Here you will find a list of Regional Development Committee research papers published during 2013.
EU freshwater policy
- Date: 12/06/2013 - Author: Des McKibbin
This paper provides an overview of EU water policy since the adoption of the Water Framework Policy in 2000; It examines the implementation of the water framework Directive in Northern Ireland; and It provides an assessment of the possible policy changes made as a result of the fitness check of water policy and the forthcoming blueprint to Safeguard Europe’s Waters.
Government Support for Public Transport in Great Britain and Northern Ireland
- Date: 26/04/2013 - Author: Des McKibbin
This paper compares the types and levels of transport subsidy paid in Northern Ireland and Great Britain.
A Public Transport Authority for Northern Ireland
- Date: 26/04/2013 - Author: Des McKibbin
This paper revisits the public transport reform process and examines the plans for a new transport authority for Northern Ireland based within the Department for Regional Development.
Integrated Transport in the Netherlands
- Date: 25/04/2013 - Author: Des McKibbin
This paper examines integrated public transport provision in the Netherlands.
A comparison of urban bus fares in Europe
- Date: 25/04/2013 - Author: Des McKibbin
This paper provides a comparison of urban bus fares in Europe.