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Frank O’Rourke TD has again pressed Irish Rail to increase the capacity on the Kilcock rail line, following a meeting earlier this week with Kilcock commuters

“Iarnrod Eireann recently gave me a commitment that it will review the level of service on the line. Having met with commuters in Kilcock, it is clear that extra services are needed at peak times.”

“In September, the capacity on the 08:01 service from Kilcock to Connolly has been increased to the pre summer level capacity. However, Irish Rail need to increase the fleet and improve the service at peak times, as passenger numbers grow.” Continue reading “”

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LAWLESS WELCOMES LEAPCARD READERS AT KILCOCK STATION

James Lawless TD has welcomed the news that Leap card readers are to be installed in Kilcock train station

The expected installation date is the end of April.

“I am delighted to confirm that these tag on/off poles will be installed in Kilcock train station. Following on from reducing the fares in half I lobbied the National Transport Authority to have these card readers installed in Kilcock. After a meeting with Irish Rail last week I can confirm these readers will be in place for rail users by the end of the month.”

“This is excellent news for those who use the station in Kilcock. I know it will bring them a quicker and cheaper commute. I look forward to continuing working with the NTA to deliver better commuter services for Kilcock.”

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LAWLESS WELCOMES OPENING OF PHOENIX PARK TUNNEL

James Lawless TD has welcomed news the opening of the Phoenix Park tunnel for their service from Kildare North into Pearse Street Station, Connolly and Grand Canal Dock took place this morning

The new service will bring us commuters right into all the transport links in the Greater Dublin Area.

James commented, “Since being elected to the Dáil, lobbying for the opening of the tunnel was my number one objective. It is a matter I have been working on for over ten years since I first entered public life. It is a credit to Irish Rail and the National Transport Authority (NTA) for working together on this project.” Continue reading “LAWLESS WELCOMES OPENING OF PHOENIX PARK TUNNEL”

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O’ROURKE SEEKS EXPANSION TO MAYNOOTH PARK AND RIDE

Frank O’Rourke TD has called on the Government to increase the resources to Irish Rail to provide additional park and ride places for Maynooth Bus and Rail commuters

‘One of my first meetings when I got elected in February was in relation to public transport services. I was delighted that in April, the NTA put the provision of a bus service from Naas to Blanchardstown via Clane, Rathcoffey and Maynooth on its agenda following my representations.’

‘Progress has also been made in improving the Bus Service for Kilcock commuters and now we have made significant progress on providing a Park and Ride for Kilcock. However, Maynooth needs more park and ride place and I believe that resources should be provided to increase the number of car parking place in Maynooth for public transport users.’ Stated Deputy O’Rourke.

‘Maynooth is served well by both Rail and Bus from a timetable perspective, but given the low cost of money, the Government should provide capital for extra park and ride places. I will continue to raise this matter in the Dail.’ Concluded Deputy O’Rourke.