Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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The DART+ Programme will transform rail services across the Greater Dublin Area when fully rolled-out.

As the Deputy may be aware, DART+ actually comprises five different, but complementary, projects of which DART+ West is one.  The other four projects are :

- DART+ South West;

- DART+ Coastal North;

- DART+ Coastal South; and

- DART+ Fleet.

Naturally there is a sequencing to the delivery of these different projects as each sits within the overall programme framework and it is also the case that the success of some of the projects depends on the early delivery of other projects.

Key to the overall programme is the delivery of DART+ West which is the most advanced project.  Its early delivery is particularly important due to the new depot to be constructed which will facilitate the huge expansion of the fleet.  I understand the second round of public consultation has recently concluded and the National Transport Authority (NTA), which has overall responsibility for the planning and development of the DART+ Programme, in consultation with Iarnród Éireann will now consider submissions received. 

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