John McGuinness (Carlow-Kilkenny, Fianna Fail)
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576. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to reopen Fiddown train station on the Kilkenny-Rosslare line; if he has discussed such plans with Iarnród Éireann; his views on a rail service for the south based on commercial developments at Belview Port as well as passenger and public interest; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [10148/15]

Paschal Donohoe (Dublin Central, Fine Gael)
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As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and the overall funding of public transport.

Matters relating to the re-opening of railway stations such as at Fiddown are a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance. I have had no request for funding for any developments at Fiddown station.

Noting this I have referred the Deputy's question to Iarnród Éireann for direct reply.  He should advise my private office if he does not receive a reply within ten working days.