James O'Connor (Cork East, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I have another question I want to ask and I ask the Chair for a little leniency because it is a difficult question to answer. It is very important for Irish Rail to give its feedback to the Oireachtas. On the planning process for the implementation of new rail lines and the reinstatement of pre-existing rail lines that are now closed down, could Mr. Meade speak about any difficulties or annoyances he may have or any areas in which he would like to see reform? I am talking about the whole planning process to get new rail lines laid. Could he suggest improvements to get the job done efficiently and quickly? Part of the rail review will, we hope, be the implementation of new and additional rail lines in areas that badly need them. Mr. Meade might address that, if he can.