John O'Mahony (Mayo, Fine Gael)
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Question 503: To ask the Minister for Transport the position regarding the western rail corridor project; if it is proceeding on time as planned; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11176/09]

Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
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Transport 21 provides for the reopening of the western rail corridor on a phased basis in the period to 2015. Phase 1 of the corridor, between Ennis and Athenry, is on target to be completed this year, with services due to commence in the autumn. The start and completion dates of Transport 21 projects which have not yet commenced will be determined by the outcome of the statutory approval and procurement processes and the funding allocation available to my Department during the current difficult economic climate.