
Follow Ireland Investment Immigration and stay updated on life in Ireland: According to a report by Ireland's national broadcaster RTE on April 9, Barry Kenny, a spokesperson for Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), stated on the RTE Morning News program today that the company is adjusting its rail services to meet market demand. "We are currently working with the National Transport Authority (NTA) to study improvements to rail services, particularly the Dublin Area Rapid Transit (DART)." Kenny noted that passenger numbers on Irish Rail increased by 3.8% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2015, with DART seeing a 6.1% increase. Reasons for this include the use of Leap Cards and online promotions. The company plans to increase the frequency of DART services next year, moving from the current 15-minute intervals to 10-minute intervals. Kenny also stated that the company intends to seek public opinion this year on improving national rail and light rail transport. Minister for Transport Paschal Donohoe hopes the public will provide suggestions regarding the strategic development of Ireland's rail transport, the scale of the rail network, and methods for financing construction.



