Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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47. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the light rail system in Cork; and the stations that will be on the northside of Cork city. [30178/24]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As the Deputy may be aware, the Cork Light Rail project seeks to provide a high-capacity public transport corridor connecting Ballincollig to Mahon Point via the city centre. A public consultation for this project will launch later this year.

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 the Cork Light Rail project.

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.

Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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48. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the Kilbarry railway station. [30179/24]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As the Deputy may be aware, the Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy has been developed to deliver an accessible, integrated transport network, including rail network, that enables the sustainable growth of Cork up to 2040.

Good progress has been made in delivering key projects within the Strategy, including the Cork Area Commuter Rail Programme. This Programme involves the delivery of increased capacity, frequency and sustainability on the three commuter rail lines between Cobh and Midleton in east Cork, Mallow to the north, and Cork Kent station in the city centre.

More specifically, the Programme aims to provide for:

• The development and integration of the three rail corridors by providing a high-frequency north-east connection through the city centre between Cobh, Midleton and Mallow;
• A multimodal integrated transport hub at Kent Station;
• Additional rolling stock to meet existing and future demand;
• New stations and Park & Ride interchange points.