The Latest Breaking News from Barry Kenny

Irish Rail considering expanding 'quiet carriages' on more routes

The carriages have been in use since November last year, however, Irish Rail is considering an expansion

Irish Mirror · Apr 14, 2023

Calls for dedicated gardaí on trains after 2,000 cases of anti-social behaviour in a year

“We have been calling for a while for a dedicated Garda transport unit"

Irish Mirror · Mar 28, 2023

More calls for dedicated transport police as crime soars on Irish Rail network

Incidents include smoking, drug and alcohol misuse, aggressive behaviours and criminal damage and assault

Dublin Live · Mar 28, 2023

Irish Rail receives first delivery of new carriages from South Korea

The additional 41 carriages will increase the Hyundai Rotem Intercity railcar fleet operating on the Irish Rail network from 234 carriages to 275 carriages

Dublin Live · Sep 8, 2022

€250 million needed to stop Dublin rail lines from collapsing due to climate change

A long term plan is needed to ensure the railway lines remain protected against coastal erosion, which has been occurring at a more rapid rate in the past 20 years

Dublin Live · Sep 1, 2022

Irish Rail apologise to DART passengers for 'ruining a day out' as investigation launched into 'chaotic' incident

Passengers on board a train that was stopped outside Bray forced open the doors and and walked along the tracks

Irish Mirror · Jul 25, 2022

Irish Rail catering service remains suspended for 'extended period of time'

On-board catering was suspended when the pandemic began

Dublin Live · Apr 30, 2022