330. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Transport if Irish Rail plans to replace user-operated gated level crossings with automatic barriers, bridges, or other grade separated solutions and if he will provide a timeline for any proposed works, particularly at crossings in County Mayo. [65584/26]

As Minister of Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding of public transport. The operation, maintenance and renewal of the rail network and stations on the network, including the level crossings referred to, is a matter for Iarnród Éireann in the first instance.

Given Iarnród Éireann's responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the company for direct, detailed reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.