Ulick Burke (Galway East, Fine Gael)
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Question 340: To ask the Minister for Transport the position regarding progress following his decision to proceed with the extension of the restoration of the rail line from Athenry to Tuam; the proposed expenditure involved in these works in 2010 and 2011; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [39417/10]

Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
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The first phase of the Western Rail Corridor was opened on 29th March 2010. My Department has received an application for funding from Iarnród Éireann for the detailed design and tender preparation stage for Phase 2, Athenry to Tuam which is currently being reviewed. This stage will involve a detailed estimate of costs for the construction of Phase 2. The exact timeframe for when the project will move to construction will be influenced by the outcome of the design and tender stage and available resources.