Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 June 2015
641. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to provide funding to Iarnród Éireann to ensure that all public roads across railway lines, where there are level crossings, have automatic gates; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24543/15]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.
I have previously explained that issues relating to level-crossings on the rail network are a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance. Exchequer funds are made available each year for investment in railway safety, asset renewal and maintenance. Since 2014 these funds are governed by the Infrastructure Manager Multi Annual Contract (IMMAC) a requirement under EU rules. The works covered by this contract are prioritised by Iarnrod Eireann based on appropriate risk assessments. Therefore works relating to level crossings may be funded under this contract if so prioritised.
I have referred the Deputy's question to Iarnrod Eireann for a direct reply. If you do not receive a response within 10 working days, please contact my private office.
