Catherine Murphy (Kildare North, Social Democrats)
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551. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the number of new and-or refurbished intercity rail cars that will be put into operation in 2019, 2020 and 2021; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41845/19]

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 procurement and or refurbishment of rolling stock is a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance who, in consultation with the National Transport Authority, continue to examine how best to source additional rolling stock as efficiently and effectively as possible and ensuring value for money for the taxpayer in that regard.

Noting the responsibility of the agencies, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA, for direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.