Mr. Garret Doocey:

I appreciate the Deputy's perspective in terms of the overall development of infrastructure in the west.

On the Deputy's two specific questions, it is best if we come back to him with a look back at analysis of greenways projects through the various stages to give a definitive answer as to how long typically they might take. It can vary considerably, as he will be aware, depending on the project. Some can get held up for years and others go through relatively quickly. We will come back - it is probably best - rather than give any misleading information here.

In terms of rail infrastructure, it is a long period of time. The Deputy mentioned the Foynes freight line. I was involved in the drafting of the national ports policy in 2013, which called for that rail link to be restored. That gives an indication of how long, in terms of rail infrastructure as well. It is not a short process from concept to boots or diggers on the ground. It will take years.