50 million spent on a non-functioning IT system could have funded 25 years of catering services across Irish Rail, according to claims raised at the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport.

Disability and advocacy groups in the North West say the lack of onboard services is having a serious impact on passengers, particularly those travelling long distances.

Senator Nessa Cosgrave says the situation is another setback for the region, where communities are repeatedly told there is not enough funding for essential transport improvements.

Speaking to Ocean FM News, Senator Nessa Cosgrove has welcomed a planned pilot scheme for catering services and says she hopes the North West will be considered for it, backing the Sligo-Dublin route as a strong option.

50 million spent on a non-functioning IT system could have funded 25 years of catering services across Irish Rail, according to claims raised at the Joint Oireachtas Committee on Transport.
Disability and advocacy groups in the North West say the lack of onboard services is having a serious impact on passengers, particularly those travelling long distances.
Senator Nessa Cosgrave says the situation is another setback for the region, where communities are repeatedly told there is not enough funding for essential transport improvements.
Speaking to Ocean FM News, Senator Nessa Cosgrove has welcomed a planned pilot scheme for catering services and says she hopes the North West will be considered for it, backing the Sligo-Dublin route as a strong option.

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