Ivor Callely (Dublin North Central, Fianna Fail)
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Question 147: To ask the Minister for Transport the length of Luas rail line in use for public transport services; the criteria applied for the laying of the Luas track; the issues associated with safe movement of Luas on the existing track that has been brought to his attention since the Luas line has been in operation; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22014/06]

Martin Cullen (Waterford, Fianna Fail)
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The total combined length of the two existing Luas lines is 24 km. I am informed by the Railway Procurement Agency (RPA) that the method of design and construction of Luas track was compliant at the relevant period with engineering best practice.

There are no current or past safety issues related to the Luas track. However, installation work has commenced on a replacement support system on parts of the Luas tracks that use Edilon block rail supports. The main Luas contractor is contractually obliged to carry out this remedial work to the RPA's satisfaction and at no cost to the taxpayer. The RPA will continue to ensure that there is no risk to passenger safety. Less than 5% of the overall Luas track requires modification.

Luas has a good safety record and both the RPA and Veolia Transport are committed to the highest standards in this area.