Written answer
Rail Network
Passenger numbers, projected demand and 2027 Northern Commuter services were referred to Iarnród Éireann as operational matters.
269. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the passenger numbers at Balbriggan and Skerries railway stations in each of the years 2024 and 2025 and to date in 2026, the projected passenger demand for 2027; and the assessment undertaken of whether existing peak time capacity is sufficient to meet current and projected demand, in tabular form. [65116/26]
Comment on this
271. Deputy Grace Boland asked the Minister for Transport the additional peak and off peak services proposed for the Northern Commuter line in the 2027 timetable; the additional passenger capacity that will be provided; and the expected commencement date of any such improvements. [65114/26]
Comment on this
I propose to take Questions Nos. 269 and 271 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport; however, I am not involved in the day-to-day operations of public transport.
The query raised by the Deputy is an operational matter for Iarnród Éireann. I have, therefore, referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.