Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 3 March 2022
239. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which the electrification of the Maynooth railway line is progressing; the extent to which timetables are being met; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12278/22]
View answer242. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the progress that has been made to date in the electrification of the Maynooth rail line with particular reference to the need to ensure that car parking facilities are supplied to the west of Kilcock thereby facilitating Enfield, Kilcock and the wider hinterland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12281/22]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 239 and 242 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including implementation of the DART+ Programme and, in consultation with Iarnród Éireann, car parking facilities at stations.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matters raised, I have referred the Deputy's questions to the NTA for a more detailed reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
