There are calls for Iarnroid Eirinn to put on more trains to meet demand for services in Tipperary.
This follows criticism about the Thurles to Dublin service with many passengers forced to stand in cramped conditions.
Iarnroid Eirinn say more funding is needed in rail services in Ireland in order to avoid the chaos
experienced by commuters last week.
A number of people called in to the Tipp Today show to talk about the cramped and dangerous conditions they
endured on the Thurles – Dublin service – Mary was on board the train in question and explained how bad conditions were…
Audio: Train Lady
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Reacting to criticism of the services, Barry Kenny from Iarnroid Eirinn says they are running at full capacity and using all available trains but investment is badly needed in order to bring the service in line with current demand.
Ausio: Barry Kenny
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