Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 24 October 2019
229. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of conducting a feasibility study into the possibility of another Luas line in Dublin or another city. [43958/19]
Amharc ar fhreagra236. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of the proposed Luas green line extensions as specified on page 55 of the National Development Plan 2018-2027; the status of the project; the projected commencement date for construction; the projected completion date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43965/19]
Amharc ar fhreagra237. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of the proposed Luas red line extensions as specified on page 55 of the National Development Plan 2018-2027; the status of the project; the projected commencement date for construction; the projected completion date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43966/19]
Amharc ar fhreagra238. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the estimated cost of the proposed Luas line to Lucan as specified on page 55 of the National Development Plan 2018-2027; the status of the project; the projected commencement date for construction; the projected completion date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43967/19]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 229 and 236 to 238, inclusive, together.
As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. As the Deputy is aware Project Ireland 2040 provides funding for appraisal, planning and design of LUAS network expansions to Bray, Finglas, Lucan, Poolbeg and a light rail corridor for Cork.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area and our regional cities, including light rail.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
