The decision by Irish Rail to increase the number of carriages on the 13.15pm train between Westport and Dublin has been welcomed by Mayo Fine Gael TD John O’Mahony.
Dep O’Mahony, who has made representation to Irish Rail in relation to overcrowding on the Westport–Dublin line, said the decision by the company will make travelling between Mayo and Dublin a more comfortable experience than was previously the case.
“I have received confirmation from Irish Rail that they have put extra carriages on the service as a result of my representations. That will be of immense benefit to people travelling who until now were unsure of whether they would have a seat for the duration of the journey. I have been contacted by people who have had to stand for the entire journey and by people who have had their plans disrupted by the inconvenience of the overcrowded train.
“This decision is good news for all train users from Mayo and I’m delighted that Irish Rail took my views on board and increased the number of carriages,” he said
“While the decision to increase the number of carriages is initially for the holiday period, I have urged Irish Rail to increase the number of carriages on a permanent basis and they have promised to monitor the situation over the next number of weeks,” added Dep O’Mahony.
