Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 September 2026
307. Deputy Jennifer Whitmore asked the Minister for Transport whether an assessment has been undertaken of the vulnerability of the Rosslare rail corridor to coastal erosion, storm surge and sea-level rise; and if so, to publish its findings. [68832/26]
View answerAs Minister of Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure including, in consultation with Iarnród Éireann, the East Coast Railway Infrastructure Protection Projects (ECRIPP).
Noting the NTA's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's questions to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.
Pending this detailed response, I note the the East Coast Railway Infrastructure Protection Projects were established to provide improved coastal protection against predicted climate change effects of sea level rise and coastal erosion on the east coast railway corridor between Merrion Gates in Dublin and Wicklow Harbour. ECRIPP will deliver the necessary enhanced coastal protection to the existing railway infrastructure at key locations on this rail line. Funding is provided in the NDP to advance ECRIPP into construction.
