44A. (1) The Authority shall have the function to secure or provide public transport, and cycling, infrastructure in the State in relation to—

(a) bus stops, bus shelters, bus stations, stands and bus fleets, and

(b) cycling facilities and schemes to promote cycling.

(2) For the purposes of achieving its function under this section, the Authority may enter into agreements with other persons including by means of a concession, joint venture or public private partnership.]