Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 April 2022
109. Deputy Niamh Smyth asked the Minister for Transport if he will commit to a feasibility study to investigate the reopening of the Navan to Kingscourt rail line; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20753/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy is aware, the National Transport Authority's draft Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area, is recommending the development of a rail link to Navan by 2042. Among the potential options for this rail link is an option that would utilise the old Kingscourt Line over a short distance to connect the proposed Navan Central station and the proposed Navan North station.
Separately, as well as looking at issues relating to inter-urban and inter-regional rail connectivity and the potential for high-/higher speed(s), the Strategic Rail Review will also consider improved connectivity to the North West and the border region. The Review will consider the potential scope for improved rail services along various existing and potential future corridors of the network, and that scope includes the potential afforded by disused and closed lines such as the Kingscourt line.
