Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 29 September 2010
857 Deputy Paul Connaughton asked the Minister for Transport the reason he has not announced funding for the Athenry to Tuam stage for completion of the western rail corridor; the reason the announcement has not officially been made; if the deadline for completion of this section is still 2011; the proposed cost of this stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32104/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe first phase of the Western Rail Corridor was opened on 29th March 2010.
I have yet to receive a final business case from Irish Rail for Phase 2 of the Western Rail Corridor. The Department has received an application for funding from Iarnród Éireann for the detailed design and tender preparation stage for Phase 2. This will involve a detailed estimate of costs for the construction of Phase 2. The exact timeframe for when the project will move to construction will be influenced by the outcome of the design and tender stage.
