493. Deputy Roderic O'Gorman asked the Minister for Transport for a detailed update in relation to actions taken on the Rail Project Prioritisation Strategy 'Early Intervention' Actions; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [62514/26]

Following the publication of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review in July 2024, my Department oversaw the preparation of the Rail Project Prioritisation Strategy. This Strategy was published in December 2025 and outlines the approach to sequencing and optimising the recommendations of the All-Island Strategic Rail Review in the coming years.

In the short-term to 2030, the Prioritisation Strategy specifies a number of 'Early Interventions' to be delivered in the coming years, including new track passing loops and platforms to boost the rail network’s resilience and capacity. These investments are funded to be fully delivered by 2030 under the National Development Plan.

The National Transport Authority has been designated as the day-to-day Approving Authority, under the Infrastructure Guidelines, for advancing the delivery of the Early Interventions identified in the Prioritisation Strategy, in collaboration with Iarnród Éireann.

Given the NTA's responsibility in this matter, I have forwarded the Deputy's questions to the NTA for direct, detailed reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a response within 10 working days.