Dublin metro system gets green light

The Government has approved the construction of a metro system linking Dublin Airport to the city centre.

During the first phase of the construction, a rail line will be built between the airport and Shanganagh, near Bray in Co Wicklow. This line will pass through the city centre and will join the DART network at Bray. A rail line to Blanchardstown will also be constructed, while the planned LUAS line to Sandyford will be upgraded to metro status.