Seanad debates
Thursday, 14 November 2002
Rail Services and Related Transport Matters: Statements.
The idea, alluded to by Senator Cummins, that one would close a rail line that transports 150,000 tonnes of beet annually beggars belief. The beet moves by night which must suit the rail network, the farmer suppliers and the factory receiving the goods. Anybody in business would welcome such volumes and the revenue it generates. My understanding is that a considerable profit of €400,000 to €500,000 is made on that traffic and Iarnród Éireann needs to be sensible in that regard.
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