Rail Network

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 5 October 2023

Thursday, 5 October 2023

Questions (194)

Bernard Durkan

Question:

194. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport whether it is intended that the public consultation progress and hearings in respect of the electrification of the Maynooth, Kilcock, Confey, Louisa Bridge and Enfield is likely to receive any further consideration along the lines suggested by Kildare County Council and the public representatives of north Kildare in relation to the need to move to a terminus or parking complex nearer to Enfield in order to provide for a wider catchment area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43429/23]

Written answers

Minister for Transport

As the Deputy is aware, as Minister for Transport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport in Ireland, including in relation to the rail network. The National Transport Authority, or NTA, has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including the proposal referred to by the Deputy.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in this matter and the specific issues raised by the Deputy, I have referred the Deputy's questions to the NTA for a more detailed reply.  Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.