Eoghan Murphy (Dublin South East, Fine Gael)
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To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide information detailing changes in train speeds and times over the past 30 years, for example, the average journey time by train from Dublin to Cork; the average speed of trains on this line; and the power of engines used by trains on this line; his views on whether the current work practices are an impediment to achieving greater improvements in journey times on this or any other line. [47403/12]

Leo Varadkar (Dublin West, Fine Gael)
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The issue raised is a matter for Iarnród Éireann in conjunction, as appropriate, with the National Transport Authority. I have referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.