Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 June 2026
143. Deputy Shónagh Ní Raghallaigh asked the Minister for Transport if he will extend DART Plus Southwest directly through Sallins, Newbridge, and Kildare town to correct for clear infrastructure imbalance between the north and south of the county; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48023/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Under the Dublin Transport Authority Act 2008, the National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the provision of public transport infrastructure and services within the Greater Dublin Area. In the case of the DART+ programme, the NTA fulfils this statutory remit in collaboration with Iarnród Éireann.
In light of the above, I have forwarded the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.
Pending this more detailed response, I note that DART+ South West will extend DART services from the City Centre to Hazelhatch and Celbridge including four-tracking from Park West to Heuston.
