Dublin Lord Mayor Hazel Chu has "confidence" that transport authorities will get things right as Dublin City embarks on reopening.
She outlined five new aspects that have come about because of Covid-19 that will "enhance" the city's long-term attractiveness.
The Lord Mayor told Dublin Live that Dublin Bus has been very good in ensuring they keep people safe and that standards won't drop if things continue to ease.
She said: "Right now 50% still meets the demand on what's happening. They record the data on these things to see how it works.
"I have confidence in the fact that they're going to get this right. Of all things, I don't think that Dublin Bus or any of the transport authorities want any issues whatsoever and their goal is to keep everyone safe.
The Lord Mayor was part of launching the 'We've Missed You Too' campaign with Dublin City Council on Monday, which marks the start of welcoming people back to the capital.
She added: "The pedestrianisation of streets in and around Grafton Street, South Anne Street, Drury Street and Dame Court; the use of street space for al-fresco dining in Capel Street and Merrion Row; new street furniture; the increase in cycle lanes as well as bins and public toilets will enhance the City’s long-term attractiveness now, and in the future when we welcome our international visitors back."
Also commenting on the campaign, National Transport Authority CEO Anne Graham said: "The easing of Covid restrictions including the doubling in capacity on public transport from 25% to 50% is a welcome and positive development.¨
"It does mean that buses, trains and trams are likely to become busier in the days and weeks ahead, and because capacity is still limited, we’re saying to customers, that before they set out, they should consider whether their journey is necessary."
She said: "We want to ensure that there’s space on public transport for those who need it most, particularly at peak times when students are travelling to and from school."
