Irish Rail timetable changes ‘nothing short of a disaster’, committee told

The revised timetable led to packed platforms, overcrowded trains and delayed journeys, particularly across the north Dublin routes

A departures board at Connolly station in Dublin as representatives from Iarnród Éireann appear before the transport committee to discuss changes to the new timetables. Picture: Brian Lawless/PA

Changes to the Irish Rail timetable have been described as “nothing short of a disaster”, with the head of the organisation admitting the move did not work out.

Last week, Iarnród Éireann announced it would be returning to its pre-August timetable after changes made to its schedule caused major disruption for passengers and commuters.