The deputy noted that timetable changes have been made recently to rail lines in Cork, Waterford, Limerick, and Dublin, but that no upgrades were announced for Sligo-Dublin.

Irish Rail also said it was not possible to source replacement buses as they were all in use due to the Bruce Springsteen concert taking place in Croke Park.

It's now available for all intercity train bookings except the Dublin to Belfast line. 

From Tuesday, customers will no longer have to print their ticket from a machine at train stations, and can instead use their phones to get on board.

The structure would feature a pair of staircases, free standing lift shafts, support portals and a walkway, with plans also seeking the relocation of 14 car parking spaces and 1 EV charging point.

The 18.15 train from Dublin Heuston to Westport was delayed 72 minutes at Athlone Train Station yesterday evening.

The nature of the emergency has not yet been confirmed

Overcrowding was a major issue, with 5 further complaints made over concerns with the potential spread of Covid.