Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 4 October 2012
268. Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Transport; Tourism and Sport the occupancy rates at the car parks of the train stations in counties Meath and Louth; the individual pricing structure for each station; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42518/12]
Amharc ar fhreagra269. Deputy Dominic Hannigan asked the Minister for Transport; Tourism and Sport when he expects the Irish Rail review of car parking charges at train stations to be completed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [42519/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 268 and 269 together.
The management of car parks at train stations is a matter for Irish Rail. I have, however, on foot of representations from a number of Deputies and based on my own experience as a Deputy in a commuter area, raised certain concerns recently regarding car-parking charges policy with both the Chairman and Chief Executive of Irish Rail. I have asked Irish Rail to review the current policy and assess the current pricing regime on the basis that a lower charge may encourage more commuters to use the car parks. A response from Irish Rail is awaited.
I have also referred the Deputy's specific questions to the company for direct reply. He should please advise my private office if he has not received a reply within ten working days.
