Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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Question 273: To ask the Minister for Transport if consideration has been given to the possibility of reintroducing a direct rail service to Naas, County Kildare by way of a spur extension from Sallins; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6176/09]

Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
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Transport 21 sets out the investments to take place in extending the rail network to enhance the range of railway services available to commuters in the period up to 2015. While there will be significant developments on the Kildare line, a rail link to Naas does not form part of the investment programme. The Dublin Transport Office is currently preparing a new transportation strategy for the Greater Dublin Area. The Deputy may wish to avail of the extensive consultation process on that strategy to suggest the project for consideration.