Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 July 2022
272. Deputy John Brady asked the Minister for Transport the progress that has been made to date on the coastal protection scheme to protect the rail line in County Wicklow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41110/22]
View answerIt is widely recognised that sections of the Wicklow rail line are susceptible to coastal erosion. That is why my Department, through the National Transport Authority (NTA) and in consultation with Iarnród Éireann, is funding a programme of studies and associated works over the coming years to protect the existing railway line from coastal flooding and coastal erosion and improve the reliability and availability of the rail services across County Wicklow.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a more detailed reply on the progress to date. Please contact my private office if a reply is not received within 10 days.
