Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 28 June 2018
255. Deputy Frank O'Rourke asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the status of the design and planning of the proposed electrification of the Maynooth rail line; his plans to improve services for commuters on the existing rail line; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [28431/18]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA), working with other relevant State bodies, is responsible for ensuring the planning and delivery of the public transport infrastructure priorities in the GDA. This includes the electrification of the Maynooth line as part of the DART Expansion Programme. I am also advised that NTA, working with Irish Rail, intends to implement Maynooth and Kildare route off-peak improvements for services operating via the Phoenix Park, commencing in December.
Therefore, in light of the NTA’s role, I have forwarded the Deputy’s questions to the NTA for further response.
