Patrick O'Donovan (Limerick, Fine Gael)
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Question 692: To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has given consideration to the re-opening of those closed rail lines that serve commercial ports by private operators for freight traffic; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [31762/12]

Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael)
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As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. Matters relating to the re-opening of rail lines, including those to commercial ports, are an issue for Iarnród Eireann in the first instance. Noting this I have referred the Deputy's question to Iarnród Eireann for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you don't receive a reply within 10 working days.