Seán Sherlock (Cork East, Labour)
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Question 539: To ask the Minister for Transport when work is scheduled to begin on the Cork to Midleton railway line; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1360/08]

Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
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The implementation of this project, for which my Department has approved funding, is a matter for Iarnród Éireann. I understand that enabling works have already commenced on the Midleton line. I am informed by Iarnród Éireann that the main construction contract has been awarded and that the main works will commence next month. Iarnród Éireann have advised that construction works are expected to be completed, and services underway by mid 2009.