Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 April 2023
339. Deputy Duncan Smith asked the Minister for Transport to outline the projected percentage increase in capacity and frequency on the Northern Commuter line (Dundalk/Drogheda to Dublin) given the recent delivery of 41 ICR vehicles and the 95 DART+ carriages due for delivery in 2024; when these carriages will be in service, given the trains on this line are full to capacity especially at peak times; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [18096/23]
View answerAs 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 operations of public transport.
The issue of the the allocation of new rolling stock to the Northern Commuter Line and the associated increase in capacity and frequency is an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann in conjunction with the National Transport Authority, and I have therefore forwarded the Deputy's question to Iarnród Éireann for direct reply.
Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
