Catherine Murphy
Ceist:303. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport if full catering facilities will resume on the Dublin to Sligo train service before the end of Q3, 2023. [14038/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 21 March 2023
Ceisteanna (303)
Freagraí scríofa
As the Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.
The issue raised by the Deputy regarding the status of catering services on board Iarnród Éireann Dublin to Sligo rail services is an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann, and I have therefore forwarded the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply.
Additionally, I understand that many of the stations on the Intercity network have existing retail / catering facilities available for customers, and Iarnród Éireann have advised that they will work with CIÉ Property in the interim period to further enhance, where possible, station-based retail and catering options for customers while also working towards the resumption of on-board catering as soon as possible.
A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51