Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 3 March 2022
240. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which it is proposed to augment the Hazelhatch and Sallins rail services to facilitate greater use of trains by commuters now and in the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12279/22]
View answer245. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the number of commuter trains serving north County Kildare can be extended in the short and long-term; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12284/22]
View answer246. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport when it is expected to extend and improve the rail services serving Hazelhatch and Sallins, County Kildare; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12285/22]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 240, 245 and 246 together.
As the Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day provision and operation of public transport services.
The queries raised in relation to rail services in County Kildare are an operational matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with Iarnród Éireann. I have therefore forwarded the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct reply.
Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
