Transport | Electrification of the Dublin-Maynooth rail line, parking arrangements, the inclusion of Kilcock, and improvements to the Hazelhatch/Sallins commuter services

To ask the Minister for Transport the progress to date in the electrification of the Dublin-Maynooth rail line, with particular reference to the towns likely to expect an enhanced service; the extent of the parking arrangements currently proposed; if such arrangements can be improved in line with local requests; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

– Bernard J. Durkan T.D.

For WRITTEN answer on Thursday, 19 January, 2023.

To ask the Minister for Transport when it is expected to commence construction works on the electrification of Maynooth rail line; if Kilcock can be included in the proposals at this stage given the extent to which this is being sought after; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

– Bernard J. Durkan T.D.

For WRITTEN answer on Thursday, 19 January, 2023.

To ask the Minister for Transport the extent of the proposals to enhance and improve the Hazelhatch/Sallins commuter rail services in the near future; if electrification still remains an objective in this regard; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

– Bernard J. Durkan T.D.

For WRITTEN answer on Thursday, 19 January, 2023.

REPLY

As the Deputy may be aware, both DART+ West and DART+ South West are elements of the DART+ Programme. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has statutory responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area, including, in consultation with Iarnród Éireann, the planning and implementation of the DART+ Programme.

Noting the NTA’s responsibility in this matter and the specific issues raised by the Deputy, I have referred the Deputy’s questions to the NTA for a more detailed reply.  Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.