Gary Gannon (Dublin Central, Social Democrats)
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110. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the total cost of all financial arrangements which are being paid out from Transport Infrastructure Ireland public funds to property owners in relation to the development of Metrolink. [26238/24]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As the Deputy is aware, MetroLink will be a fully segregated and mostly underground new railway line between Swords and Dublin City Centre, the first of its kind in Ireland. It is a key project under the National Development Plan 2021-30.

Further to the planning application for MetroLink, the Oral Hearing began on 19th February and ran until 28th March. This process allowed planning authorities, prescribed bodies, elected representatives and observers to share their views on the project.

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) engaged constructively with all parties as part of the Oral Hearing. Where possible, following engagement, TII has provided An Bord Pleanála with conditions agreed by both parties aimed at addressing their specific concerns.

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including, in conjunction with TII, MetroLink.

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.