Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 April 2026
146. Deputy Albert Dolan asked the Minister for Transport for an update on the reported decision to withdraw the 6.50 a.m. Athenry to Galway train service in the coming months; the rationale for this proposed withdrawal; the engagement that has taken place with Iarnród Éireann on the matter; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31284/26]
View answerAs Minister of State, I have responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for securing the provision of public passenger transport services nationally and for the scheduling and timetabling of these services in conjunction with the relevant transport operators. As Minister of State I continue to engage with the NTA on an ongoing basis in relation to maintaining high operational standards on all forms of public transport.
In light of the NTA and Irish Rail's responsibility in this area, I have forwarded the Deputy's query to the companies for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within ten working days.
