The change in planned works at Malahide Railway Station has been warmly welcomed with concerns that the original plans would have a substantial impact in the area.

The works to modify the tracks on the Dublin to Belfast line are planned due to the increase in rail services on the line including the extension of the DART to Drogheda.

There were concerns raised by locals about the location of a ‘turnback’ contained within the planned works immediately north of Malahide Station between the Strand Road Underbridge and Malahide Viaduct.

The public consultation on the plans reads, “The turnback will be situated between the two existing running lines which will necessitate the existing running lines to be slewed to the east between the two aforementioned bridges. This slewing will introduce the need to widen the existing embankment to the east, which will be accomplished by building a retaining structure alongside the realigned track”
“The works at Malahide comprise track modification which are essential to facilitate the increase in train services, by allowing trains to be turned back clear of continuing services on separate tracks.”
The members of the Malahide Community Forum stated that they are very happy that Irish Rail took on board their representations and re-located the turnback.

“The Forum is delighted that Irish Rail engaged and listened to our feedback and have moved the Turnback from the Eastern Embankment to the Western Embankment North of Malahide Railway Station.”
“The original proposal would have led to an unnecessary and significant, permanent impact to local residents in the Marina and the movement of heavy machinery through the village during construction. Win, Win, Win.”