Rail Services

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 20 September 2017

Wednesday, 20 September 2017

Questions (603)

Michael Fitzmaurice

Question:

603. Deputy Michael Fitzmaurice asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if there are more carriages being added to the Dublin to Westport train in view of the fact that it is frequently overcrowded; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39220/17]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The issue raised is an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann in conjunction with the National Transport Authority (NTA) and I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.

Question No. 604 answered with Question No. 598.