Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 October 2024
71. Deputy Pat Buckley asked the Minister for Transport if he will request Iarnród Éireann to supply additional carriages from Midleton to Cork, Monday to Friday, between peak times of 7:15 am and 7:45 am, as overcrowding has become a major factor for these services; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39819/24]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport, and corporate governance of transport operators including Irish Rail.The issue raised by the Deputy is a matter for Irish Rail. Therefore, I have referred the Deputy's question to Irish Rail for direct response to the Deputy.
Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
