Seán Sherlock (Cork East, Labour)
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295. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the progress that has been made on developing a train stop at Kilbarry, Blackpool, Cork city. [30037/22]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As the Deputy may be aware, the Cork Commuter Rail Programme targets a 10-minute all-day frequency on electrified rail services running from Mallow to Midleton and Cobh. Phase 1 of the Programme will be funded through the European Union’s Recovery and Resilience Facility and is scheduled for completion by 2026. As set out for delivery in the wider programme, new stations will be provided in line with the development of adjacent areas and the wider improvements on the rail network.

Also as the Deputy may be aware, under the CMATS (Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy), the National Transport Authority (NTA) have proposed a number of new rail stations including that referred to by the Deputy.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in both CMATS and the delivery of the Cork Commuter Rail Programme (in co-operation with Iarnród Éireann), I have referred the Deputy's question to it for a more detailed reply.  Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.