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Ministers announce launch of all-island Strategic Rail Review
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Wednesday 7 April 2021 14:09
Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon and the Minister for Transport, Eamon Ryan T.D. today announced the launch of an all-island Strategic Rail Review.
This Strategic Rail Review will consider how the rail network on the island of Ireland can improve sustainable connectivity between major cities, enhance regional accessibility including to the North West and support balanced regional development. In addition, the Review will consider the feasibility of high-higher speeds on the network and whether there is a potential to increase use of the network for freight.
Infrastructure Minister Nichola Mallon welcomed the review and stated: “I am delighted to announce today this Strategic all-island Rail Review that will explore the opportunities to better connect communities and open up opportunities for our island economy. Travel by rail is an issue I am very passionate about and I
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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.
NEW: Minister @NicholaMallon has just announced an All Island Strategic Rail Review with Minister @EamonRyan.
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