Fergus O'Dowd (Louth, Fine Gael)

The Minister referred to money being moved around and to issues that could affect projects. Obviously, the issues concerned are outside the Minister's remit. However, can he give us a categorical assurance today that no cutbacks or changes to timetables for construction will be made by his Department? That is the key question, particularly in respect of metro north.

Will the Minister state whether public transport projects outside the greater Dublin area, GDA, in particular, the western rail corridor, the €90 million for rural transport initiatives and new commuter rail services in Cork and Galway, will be delivered on time and on target?

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