Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 January 2024
163. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport the date in Q1 2024 when on-board catering will resume on rail services out of and into County Kerry; if this will include trolley service, dining car or both; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2297/24]
View answerAs 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 National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally, and for decisions in relation to these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators.
The issue raised by the Deputy in relation to on-board catering in county Kerry is an operational matter for Irish Rail. Therefore, I have referred the Deputy's question to Irish Rail for direct response to the Deputy.
Please advise my private office if you do not receive replies within ten working days.
