AQW 26479/22-27 Written question to the Minister for Infrastructure
To ask the Minister for Infrastructure, pursuant to AQW 5724/22-27, for an update on the Knockmore Line feasibility study.
Asked by David Honeyford MLA on 1 May 2025
- Answered
- Written
- Tabled
- 1 May 2025
- Answer due by
- 19 May 2025
- Answered
- 14 May 202513 days after tabling
- Department
- Department for Infrastructure
- Priority question
- No
Answer
I can confirm that Translink received funding, through the British Department of Transport’s Union Connectivity Fund, to undertake a feasibility study regarding the re-opening of the railway line between Lisburn and Antrim.
As well as considering engineering requirements, demand forecasting and cost estimates, the study is considering reopening the three stations previously in operation on this line at Ballinderry, Glenavy and Crumlin. In addition, three locations for a new station at Belfast International Airport are also being appraised to identify the preferred option.
The report is due to be completed in Summer 2025 and I look forward to reviewing its recommendations on how to improve connectivity across our island.