Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 10 May 2012
213 Deputy Robert Troy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will consult with Irish Rail regarding the increase in rail fare prices between Longford and Dublin, in view of the fact that correspondence this Deputy received from the National Transport Authority has indicated that it is Irish Rail that is responsible for the increase in rail prices; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [23559/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs the Deputy will be aware, public transport services and fares are a matter for the CIÉ operating companies in conjunction with the National Transport Authority (NTA), which regulates fares for public service obligation services. As the fare increases regulated by the NTA do not apply to promotional pricing, Irish Rail may offer discounts on regulated fares via web fares in order to optimise revenues. As the fare referred to by the Deputy falls into this category, the decision to withdraw the fare is a matter for Irish Rail. I have referred the Deputy's question to Irish Rail for direct reply. Please inform my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
