To ask the Minister for Transport the work which has been undertaken to advance increased suburban commuter rail services for the northside of Dublin, particularly in relation to Luas lines and a metro from the city centre to the airport; if he has taken a decision on proceeding with a metro; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- Denis Naughten. (Nominated by: Olivia Mitchell).
For ORAL answer on Thursday, 24th March, 2005.
Ref No: 9713/05 Lottery: 7
To ask the Minister for Transport when he will make a decision regarding the connection of the red and green Luas lines; and if he will consider connecting the two lines by allowing the green line to connect to O'Connell Street from which it would then head to Parnell Square and Broadstone before following the disused Broadstone rail line to connect to Finglas.
- Eamon Ryan.
For ORAL answer on Thursday, 24th March, 2005.
Ref No: 9739/05 Lottery: 21
To ask the Minister for Transport the position regarding the proposals for the construction of a metro system for Dublin; if new proposals on this matter have come before Cabinet; when a final decision on the metro will be made; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
- Eamon Gilmore. (Nominated by: Róisín Shortall).
For ORAL answer on Thursday, 24th March, 2005.
Ref No: 9687/05 Lottery: 49
Answered by Minister for Transport
(Martin Cullen)
REPLY
I propose to take Questions No. 12, 24 and 48 together.
In my reply to Question No. 13, I will set out the current position in relation to the proposed 10 year transport investment framework. This investment framework will include a comprehensive public transport investment strategy for the Greater Dublin Area. It will take account of the policy context established by the Dublin Transportation Office's "A Platform for Change" and proposals such as those referred to by the Deputies will be considered during its preparation.
