Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 January 2018
1451. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of new train engines and carriages purchased in the past five years; the amount of stock that provided new and/or extended services; the number that replaced old stock; the anticipated delivery of new stock in 2018, 2019 and 2020; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1713/18]
View answerAs the Deputy is aware, Iarnród Eireann operates the heavy rail network and is responsible for assessing rolling stock requirements for the heavy rail network in conjunction with the National Transport Authority.
Noting the responsibility of the agencies in this regard, I have referred the Deputy's question to Iarnród Éireann for direct reply on this issue. Please advise my office if the Deputy has not received a reply within 10 working days.
