Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 23 July 2019
2416. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of times the lifts at Howth junction and Donaghmede DART station have been broken since 1 January 2018; the amount Irish Rail has spent on repairs to the lifts at the station since 1 January 2018; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [33152/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport. The operation of the rail network and stations on the network, including lifts at train stations, is a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance.
In view of Iarnród Éireann's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's questions to the company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
