Public Transport

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 February 2017

Tuesday, 7 February 2017

Questions (657)

Mattie McGrath

Question:

657. Deputy Mattie McGrath asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of times buses were used to replace the train service from Waterford to Limerick Junction in recent years; the reason the use of buses was necessitated; the cost associated with same; the number of passengers that needed to be accommodated; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5930/17]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród Éireann and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive responses within ten working days.

The referred reply under Standing Order 42A was forwarded to the Deputy.