Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 June 2004
289 Mr. Gregory asked the Minister for Transport his response to the issues raised in the correspondence (details supplied) regarding the lack of service for the disabled at Connolly and Tara stations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16185/04]
View answerThe issues raised by the Deputy are day-to-day operational matters for Iarnród Éireann.
However, the company has informed me that the lift in question at Tara Street was in operation on Saturday, 22 May 2004. It is accepted that the lift operates very slowly as it has constantly been subject to abuse and vandalism. Options to improve the performance of the lift are being reviewed.
Iarnród Éireann has further informed me that, when Connolly Station was redeveloped, the layout and location of the old suburban entrance did not lend itself to improvements up to modern standards, including the installation of escalators and lifts. A new link was opened between the suburban and main station with escalator and lift for easier access. That facility was opened on 1 October 2000, and Iarnród Éireann states that it has proved very popular with their customers, and it is not proposed to reopen the old entrance.
