Transport Policy
Dail Éireann — 2024-10-17
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Ruairí Ó Murchú (SF), Louth

What we need to do is fairly straightforward. We need to first determine what the plan is and what we are going to prioritise. We must then ensure we get those quick wins, and that can then be followed up. We all know the huge benefits that result when we ensure connectivity across this State. Everyone has spoken about passing loops and the issues caused. Even the issue I spoke about previously, while it does not necessarily relate to the all-island rail review, was linked with the lack of extra lines and passing loops and the logjams we have in and around Dublin. We must ensure the work done on this matter is done as soon as possible. We must also upgrade the Dublin to Belfast line and ensure we have the correct rolling stock in place to deliver the service across the board, but particularly the Enterprise service. That said, it is about planned funding and then priorities.

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Sitting date: 2024-10-17