Catherine Murphy
Ceist:262. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the plans that he and or Irish Rail have for the future use of Tuam railway station. [37294/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 12 July 2022
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Freagraí scríofa
As Minister of Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport. The operation, maintenance and renewal of the rail network and stations on the network, including the former station referred to at Tuam, Co. Galway, is a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance.
The Deputy may also wish to note however that the ongoing All Island Strategic Rail Review will, amongst other matters, consider the potential scope for improved rail services along the various existing, or future potential, corridors of the network. That scope will include the potential afforded by disused and closed lines such as the Western Rail Corridor on which the referenced station is located. I expect to receive the report in quarter 4 of this year.
In view of Iarnród Éireann's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51