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Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon said she was horrified after a burning car was abandoned on a railway line at Magilligan, County Londonderry.
The incident on Monday night has been described as a deliberate act by the fire service.
A train with six passengers on board was forced to make an emergency stop.
Ms Mallon said she was deeply concerned and troubled by the incident.
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A cross-border review of Ireland s rail network has been launched.
The Strategic Rail Review will consider how the rail network on the island can improve sustainable connectivity between major cities, enhance regional accessibility including to the North West and support balanced regional development.
It will also consider the feasibility of higher speeds on the network and whether there is a potential to increase use of the network for freight.
Stormont Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon and Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan announced the review.
Ms Mallon said she is passionate about rail travel. I believe it has massive untapped potential to deliver multiple benefits across our island, she said.