Transport Minister Darragh O'Brien has said it is now "a stretch" to expect construction on the MetroLink to start in 2027, after a judicial review that was launched this week into the project.
Logistical challenge of housing the workforce necessary for the project set to become a headache Cost overruns on the multi-billion euro MetroLink project are expected to be split between the State and contractors to avoid repeating mistakes of the new National Children's Hospital, which has seen massive budget overruns. New documents obtained by the Sunday Independent also reveal that developers leading the project will be incentivised to deliver the underground railway on budget and on time.
The MetroLink plans to provide a high-frequency rail connection from Swords to Charlemont, linking Dublin Airport with the city centre and reducing pressure on the existing Luas and bus networks. There will be 16 stations along the route from Swords to Ranelagh, most of which will be underground. An Coimisiun Pleanala decided to grant permission generally in accordance with an inspector's recommendation, which is contained in a 1,600 page report.