Proposed Limerick–Rosslare railway closure
Deputies asked whether CIE planned to close the Limerick–Rosslare line. The Minister said he had no knowledge of such a proposal and would not confirm it, adding that railway matters would be considered in light of the McKinsey report; the Chair ended the exchange before it developed into a debate.
Is the Minister aware that in recent times CIE made it known that they have a proposal to close the railway line from Limerick to Rosslare? Does he deny that such a proposal exists?
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(Cavan-Monaghan): That seems to be another question. It is a specific question on which I am not briefed.
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The question asks about the future plans for the railways. Is the Minister aware of the situation I am talking about? Is he now saying there are no plans, while at the same time CIE are going ahead with their proposal?
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The Minister is not denying the proposal to close down the Limerick to Rosslare railway.
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(Cavan-Monaghan): I am denying it. I have no knowledge of it. I have said that the whole matter will be considered in the light of the McKinsey report which will be debated in the House, and Deputies will have an adequate opportunity to express their views on it.
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I am amazed at the Minister's reply. It was in the daily and provincial press and he says he is not aware of any such proposal.
