Louis O'Hara (Galway East, Sinn Fein)

The Minister mentioned the western rail corridor. When we look at what I regard as the neglect of the west of Ireland, the western rail corridor stands out because it is a critical infrastructural project that has been put on the long finger by successive Governments. The rail review recommended its reopening in the short term. It needs to happen. Taking cars off the road and reducing traffic congestion in Galway city, which is a serious concern, are critical for economic development. The Minister mentioned the revised NDP. Will the western rail corridor be included in the revised NDP? Can the Minister give us a timeline for when he expects this project to be delivered?