Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 21 February 2007
169 Mr. English asked the Minister for Transport his views on the expanded use of the Phoenix Park rail tunnel for the provision of increased rail services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6610/07]
Amharc ar fhreagraI refer the Deputy to my reply to Question No. 39 on 6 December, 2006. The position remains unchanged.
170 Mr. M. Higgins asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding the reopening of the western rail corridor; and the timescale proposed for these works. [6564/07]
Amharc ar fhreagraI understand from Iarnród Éireann that detailed design is underway and that line clearance works have commenced in respect of the reopening of Phase I of the Western Rail Corridor from Ennis to Athenry. Physical renewal of the track and signalling and the upgrading of level crossings will commence in mid year. Iarnród Éireann expects that work should be completed on Phase 1 by end of 2008. Transport 21 provides for the completion of Phase 2 (Athenry/Tuam) and Phase 3 (Tuam/ Claremorris) by 2011 and 2014 respectively.
