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The Irish Sun
a day ago
- Climate
- The Irish Sun
Major delays for Irish Rail passengers due to signalling issues caused by flooding as commuters face 45-min knockbacks
TRAIN commuters are facing huge delays this evening due to flooding on rail lines. Advertisement As of 5.32pm, the DART is facing 10-minute delays "on some services". The Maynooth/M3 Commuter route has been delayed by 35 minutes. The Northern Commuter route has been delayed by 15 minutes, while the Phoenix Park Tunnel services have been knocked back 5-10 minutes. Advertisement Read more in News The A little while ago, Irish Rail said that delays are expected between Drogheda and Dundalk The 15:50 Connolly to Belfast train has been delayed by 45 minutes, while the 15:00 Belfast to Connolly service was knocked back 19 minutes. Earlier, there was also Advertisement Most read in News Travel Exclusive There was also a mechanical issue on a train. Irish Rail is posting regular updates on the routes on its More to follow. For the latest news on this story keep checking back at the Irish Sun Online, where we will bring you live updates as soon as they happen, before anyone else. Advertisement Like us on Facebook at , and follow us from our main Twitter account at @IrishSunOnline, where we will bring you this story and all the rest of the top news and exclusives of the day. is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. 1 Rail commuters are facing huge delays this evening due to flooding on lines Credit: Alamy
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- The Irish Sun
Major ‘don't turn up' warning for Irish Rail passengers as some services sold out ahead of busy weekend
A MAJOR "do not turn up" warning has been issued to Irish Rail passengers as some services are sold out ahead of the busy weekend. Thousands are expected to travel to Dublin this Sunday as Cork and Tipperary meet in the All-Ireland Hurling Final at Advertisement 2 Thousands of fans are set to take to Croke Park this weekend for the All-Ireland Hurling Final Credit: Sports File 2 And Irish Rail have issued a major warning to passengers attending the game Credit: Alamy Throw-in time for the highly-anticipated match is scheduled for 3.30pm with demand for transport into the capital already at peak levels. And The company is now advising supporters not to show up at stations without a pre-booked ticket as boarding will not be possible without one. Passengers must Advertisement READ MORE IN TRAVEL In a statement, travel bosses said: 'Iarnród Éireann is operating additional services throughout the day, many of which are now sold out. 'If you're travelling with us on Intercity services to the All-Ireland Final, please do not turn up without a pre-booked ticket. 'You must travel on the specific train you've booked both to and from the match, as your ticket won't be valid for any other service.' Irish Rail said they announced this measure to manage capacity and ensure safety and comfort for all passengers. Advertisement Most read in News Travel Those travelling from Cork or 'The pandemic is over' cry fuming Irish Rail passengers as they demand return of popular service They added: 'Please remember, alcohol is strictly prohibited on our services and will be removed by security teams. 'As there are limited spaces available at Cork and Tipperary station car parks, getting dropped to the station is advised where possible. ' Advertisement NEW STATION PLANS Meanwhile, commuters are set for a major boost as Irish Rail has introduced plans for a new train station in the Cabra area of The new station is set to provide rail access for up to 26,000 people living within one km of the station and Irish Rail will commence work on their planning application in early 2026. If the plan is approved, the construction of the new station at Cabra will be delivered together with the Dart+ programme works. It is funded by the Advertisement As part of the Dart+ South West project, a new station at Heuston West is also proposed to be built, connecting commuters to the south and west of the country, including Currently, this line serves the services between Newbridge, Hazelhatch and Celbridge, and Dublin Connolly and Grand Canal Dock. The Cabra station can also offer interchange opportunities for Speaking at the campaign's launch for the new station, the Irish Rail Chief Executive Jim Meade said: "The provision of this new station at Cabra demonstrates the power of public consultation. Advertisement "The public spoke and we listened. This station will provide excellent connectivity for the residents of Cabra. "The railway line has always been part of Cabra, but yet the community has not been rail connected. "This is about to change and change for the better."
Irish Times
4 days ago
- Irish Times
Graffiti artist given suspended sentence for causing €60,000 damage to trains and pepper-spraying driver
A Dublin graffiti artist who caused more than €60,000 of damage to Irish Rail carriages and pepper-sprayed a train driver has been given a four-year suspended sentence. Sentencing Sean Cullen (22), also known as Cullen-Wilson, on Friday, Judge Martin Nolan said the defendant 'probably thought it was great fun' but that Irish Rail had to spend a lot of money and resources cleaning his graffiti. Cullen, of Hope Avenue, East Wall, pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to two counts of criminal damage and one of assault under Section 2 of the Non-Fatal Offences Against the Person Act 1997, known as common assault. He was taken into custody following a sentence hearing earlier this week, with Judge Nolan saying he did so in order to warn him that this was his future if he misbehaved again. READ MORE 'I hope he has learned his lesson from his time in custody,' he added. Judge Nolan noted that Cullen may look like 'butter wouldn't melt in his mouth', but that he got up to a 'lot of mischief'. The court heard he caused €60,914 worth of damage and that Irish Rail has indicated further costs of €40,000 for these incidents alone. The judge accepted that Cullen is remorseful for his actions and is working as an apprentice electrician. He has not reoffended since and had a sum of €2,000 in court for the driver he assaulted. The judge imposed a sentence of four years, but suspended it in full on several conditions. He warned Cullen he would go to jail if he reoffended. At a sentence hearing this week, an investigating garda told Marc Thompson BL, prosecuting, that Irish Rail contacted gardaí after an incident at the Fairview Dart Depot on September 25th, 2021. A train driver noticed two men at the depot who were acting suspiciously and realised they did not work there. He approached them and grabbed Cullen. There was a physical altercation during which the injured party was pepper-sprayed by Cullen. There was also graffiti on the exterior of carriages. Cullen and his co-accused, who is not before the court, fled the scene. The driver had a swollen face after the incident and complained about pain and an injury to his back when gardaí arrived. He was out of work for a period but has since made a full recovery and returned to work. Several incidents involving criminal damage by graffiti to train carriages were outlined to the court, with photos handed in. Others besides Cullen were also involved in some of these. At the Docklands Train Station on February 21st, 2020, the exterior of train carriages were sprayed with silver and black spray paint. Damage was also caused to the carriage's interiors with 'SD' written using a marker. Another incident also took place at Connolly Station on November 22nd, 2021. On June 6th, 2020, the exterior of an equipment signal container at Merrion Gates, Merrion Road, was also spray-painted. Cullen was identified from CCTV, and his home was searched in May 2022. During this search, spray cans and other items were found. He was arrested and questioned about these incidents, but nothing of evidential value was obtained. Cullen's fingerprints were identified on certain items by forensic analysis. He has one previous conviction for damaging property. Karl Monaghan BL, defending, put it to the investigating garda that the second man 'administered thumps' to the injured party. Seven references and an award Cullen received from a garda initiative were handed to the court. Mr Monaghan said this was an 'unfortunate series of offending' which has had serious consequences for Irish Rail. He said his client has no 'real explanation', adding that Cullen became 'fascinated' by graffiti in the East Wall area and was aware of a 1970s art movement in New York, in which some street artists spray-painted trains. Counsel said his client knows his acts were criminal, wrong and that he accepts full responsibility.
Irish Independent
4 days ago
- Automotive
- Irish Independent
Planning permission granted to improve parking facilities and public transport options at Cork train station
In October 2024 Iarnród Éireann lodged a planning application to improve parking facilities and public transport set down areas at Millstreet Train Station. The application lodged with Cork County Council, requested permission to provide an additional 46 parking spaces at the station, seven of which will be EV charging stations. The works will also include the provision of ten bicycle parking spaces, a bicycle shelter and the creation of a bus set down/interchange facility. Subject to funding being allocated, it is anticipated that construction will commence in late 2025 and will be completed in mid-2026. Fianna Fáil TD for Cork North West Aindrias Moynihan welcomed the 'good' news for the train station which caters for a vast hinterland. 'It is good news for Millstreet with Cork County Council granting Irish Rail planning permission for a range of upgrade works at Millstreet Train Station. These planned works will include car parking, improved bus and cycle access for people using the station." Deputy Moynihan said Millstreet Train Station offers a great service. 'This is a big milestone in improving public transport locally. It is important to note that people still have the right to appeal this decision. Irish Rail submitted the planning application last year and their next step will be to secure funding from the National Transport Authority (NTA) to progress to construction. 'As a regular user of the local train service, I'm very conscious of the great service it offers as well as the pressure in sometimes accessing parking. Last summer I was pleased to show the Minister for Transport the site and the plans. I have continued to pursue this on behalf of locals. There is still lots of work ahead yet, but a big milestone has been reached,' he added.
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Delays alert for Dublin motorists amid demonstration in city as Irish Rail SUSPEND services after vehicle hits bridge
COMMUTERS on the M1 motorway this morning faced major delays following debris on the busy route. And those planning to travel on the busy road to the heart of the capital have been warned of delays due to a demonstration in the area. 3 Debris on the busy motorways is affecting the traffic flow this morning Credit: Getty Images - Getty 3 Irish Rail suffered travel disruption due to a shocking incident Credit: Getty Images - Getty 3 Bus Eireann has cancelled one of their busy services Credit: Alamy Transport Infrastructure Ireland reported debris on the M1 motorway southbound between J4 Donabate and J3 And there's another debris reported on the Limerick's M18 motorway northbound between J3 Coonagh and J4 Cratloemoyle, affecting the Emergency road services are currently at the scene to remove debris and restore the affected lanes to improve the traffic flow. READ MORE ON NEWS They stated that traffic is following behind with delays of 15 minutes, and they are urged to take alternative routes if possible. The demonstration is currently stopped between Foster's Avenue and the UCD flyover, blocking the bus lane. Drivers are warned of 20-minute delay from Brewery Road. Most read in Motors There are currently few reports of M50 congestion, affecting the southbound route between J5 and J7. And the M50 northbound is experiencing congestion between J7 and J9 Red Cow. TEST CHECK I'm an Irish driving instructor and here's exactly what your tester is looking for on the day No other congestions were reported on the roads to Dublin. PUBLIC TRANSPORT DISTURPTIONS Meanwhile, The spokesperson said the services are "suspended" through Issuing an update, the services have resumed their operations with the 05:25 No further services were impacted by the travel disruption. Elsewhere, Route 329 06.15 Kilfinnane to Limerick was cancelled, while Route 350 08.35 Doolin to Galway was delayed by 25 minutes. The spokesperson said: "Bus Éireann wish to apologise to passengers for any inconvenience caused."
