Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 16 December 2021
211. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he expects to be in a position to ensure that commuters in north County Kildare can rely on an increase in commuter rail capacity by one or other means over the next 12 months; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62742/21]
Amharc ar fhreagra221. Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Transport the total commuter passenger requirement on a daily basis to and from the various rail stations throughout north County Kildare; the extent to which he expects to be in a position to enhance the availability of rail services to these areas; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62752/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 211 and 221 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport but am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.
The issue raised is a matter for the National Transport Authority (NTA) in conjunction with the relevant public transport operator, i.e. Iarnród Éireann. Therefore, I have forwarded the Deputy’s question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
