Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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109. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a feasibility study has been conducted on connecting the north and southside of Cork city with the new proposed light rail system; and if so, when this study will be published. [37472/20]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport.

As the Deputy is aware the Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy (CMATS) was developed by the National Transport Authority (NTA) in co-operation with the Cork local authorities and other stakeholders and published earlier this year. CMATS considered a range of proposed transport infrastructure and service interventions, including the potential for light rail in the metropolitan area.

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