Chambers welcomes the roll-out Intercity trains
Today 2nd April 08 saw the arrival of the Roll -Out Intercity Universally Accessible Trains in Westport. It was much anticipated after a lengthy weight, and much, campaigning and is warmly welcomed by Disability Campaigner Mr. Tom Chambers of Newport.
In relation to accessibility, Mr Barry Kenny of Iarnró d É ireann Informed Mr Chambers, that in relation to accessibility, they have followed rail Vehicle accessibility regulation(RVAR) from the UK .
The features they have provided are:
Two wheelchair accessible spaces in standard class.
One wheelchair accessible space in first class.
Wheelchair accessible toilets in each of these carriages.
Moveable armrest, to provide ease of transfer throughout the train.
Improved accessibility for mobility- impaired customers.
Better reliability and performance, with integral engines in each carriage
Features of the intercity railcar fleet will include:
Automatic P A and information display system
Fully air-conditioned
Internal CCTV system for improved security
Modern catering facilities
Individual base seating
Advanced safety features throughout.
In a new departure for Iarnró d É ireann’s Intercity fleet, the new trains are railcars, with integral engines in each carriage - this delivers greater reliability and performance, as well as operational flexibility. Trains are in 3-car and 6-car sets, with seating for 192 and 378 customers respectively, said Mr. Kenny. Seats can be prebooked on the Internet beforehand which is also welcomed., said the Campaigner.
On behalf of people with disabilities’ Mr. Chambers would like to thank Melane Mc Donagh, Access Co-Coordinator for Iarnró d É ireann for keeping me informed of ongoing progress ,Myles McHugh, Barry Kenny last but not least Ann Elliott Station Manager Westport .
Despite the wait, it was a pleasure to disembark from the new train to the sound of the lone piper welcoming it into the station. Mr. Chambers asks that when these new trains come on stream on the 9th April everybody appreciates them and treats them accordingly.
Today 2nd April 08 saw the arrival of the Roll -Out Intercity Universally Accessible Trains in Westport. It was much anticipated after a lengthy weight, and much, campaigning and is warmly welcomed by Disability Campaigner Mr. Tom Chambers of Newport.
In relation to accessibility, Mr Barry Kenny of Iarnró d É ireann Informed Mr Chambers, that in relation to accessibility, they have followed rail Vehicle accessibility regulation(RVAR) from the UK .
The features they have provided are:
Two wheelchair accessible spaces in standard class.
One wheelchair accessible space in first class.
Wheelchair accessible toilets in each of these carriages.
Moveable armrest, to provide ease of transfer throughout the train.
Improved accessibility for mobility- impaired customers.
Better reliability and performance, with integral engines in each carriage
Features of the intercity railcar fleet will include:
Automatic P A and information display system
Fully air-conditioned
Internal CCTV system for improved security
Modern catering facilities
Individual base seating
Advanced safety features throughout.
In a new departure for Iarnró d É ireann’s Intercity fleet, the new trains are railcars, with integral engines in each carriage - this delivers greater reliability and performance, as well as operational flexibility. Trains are in 3-car and 6-car sets, with seating for 192 and 378 customers respectively, said Mr. Kenny. Seats can be prebooked on the Internet beforehand which is also welcomed., said the Campaigner.
On behalf of people with disabilities’ Mr. Chambers would like to thank Melane Mc Donagh, Access Co-Coordinator for Iarnró d É ireann for keeping me informed of ongoing progress ,Myles McHugh, Barry Kenny last but not least Ann Elliott Station Manager Westport .
Despite the wait, it was a pleasure to disembark from the new train to the sound of the lone piper welcoming it into the station. Mr. Chambers asks that when these new trains come on stream on the 9th April everybody appreciates them and treats them accordingly.
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