Thomas Byrne (Meath East, Fianna Fail)
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569. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on whether there is overcrowding on rail lines; his further views on the need for greater capacity on rail lines, particularly on the Dunboyne and Drogheda commuter lines; and his plans to authorise the purchase of more rolling stock to meet demand. [50619/17]

Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent)
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As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport. The operation of the heavy rail network and for assessing rolling stock requirements for the network are a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance in conjunction with the National Transport Authority. 

Noting the responsibility of the agencies, I have referred the Deputy's question to Iarnród Éireann for direct reply on the specific issues raised.  Please advise my office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.