Damien English
Question:127 Mr. English asked the Minister for Transport the current status of the rail link to Navan; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18312/02]
Written Answers. - Rail Network.
The Dublin Transportation Office strategy for 2000-2016, entitled A Platform for Change, recommends the construction of a new rail line off the Maynooth line near Clonsilla via Dunboyne to Navan. The report envisages the rail link being completed in two phases, the first being the construction of a spur from Clonsilla to Dunboyne, to be completed by 2006, and the extension of the line to Navan to be completed by 2010. To date, I have not received a proposal from Iarnród Éireann in this regard. I understand the company continues to keep the proposal under review in the light of its investment priorities.