Govt set to approve €20bn road and rail upgrade plan

The Government is reportedly set to approve a €20bn plan drawn up by Transport Minister Martin Cullen to improve Ireland's road and rail network over the next 10 years.

Reports this morning said the plan included a rapid rail link to Dublin Airport, a €1bn underground rail line between Heuston and Connolly stations and the building of a new station on the city's north docks.