'Quieter coaches' on Cork-Dublin trains lead to confrontation

Some passengers believe there should be total silence on board, others are involved in loud talking, banter, or mobile phone use

The quieter coaches were introduced on services between Cork and Dublin late last year, with the carriages marked as low-noise environments and especially suitable for passengers with disabilities.

An Irish Rail initiative providing ‘quieter coaches’ on the Cork-Dublin line led to confrontation with passengers involved in loud talking, banter, or using their mobile phones.

The quieter coaches were introduced on services between the two cities late last year, with the carriages specifically marked as low-noise environments and especially suitable for passengers with certain, sometimes hidden disabilities.