'More realistic funding' model needed for transport projects, Government warned

The briefing note adds that funding deficits are 'particularly acute' for public transport projects between 2026 and 2030 due to major projects like Metrolink and Dart+ entering construction. File Picture: Sasko Lazarov / RollingNews.ie

Government officials have warned of the need for “more realistic funding” for major transport projects in the revised National Development Plan.

Briefing notes prepared for transport minister Darragh O’Brien have flagged concerns about funding major transport infrastructure, as well as highlighting the requirement for more funding towards public transport services.