Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats)
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595. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to increase capacity for a train service (details supplied); his plans to upgrade the rail line from Greystones to Bray from a single track to a double track in order to improve connectivity from County Longford and County Louth to Rosslare Europort; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29515/16]

Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent)
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​As Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding for public transport.  The day to day operations of our heavy rail system, including rolling stock requirements, are a matter for Iarnród Éireann in consultation with the National Transport Authority.

Noting the responsibilities of Iarnród Éireann in this regard, I have forwarded your reply to the company for direct reply.  Please advise my office if you have not received a reply within 10 working days.