Calls for extra trains to Limerick for Cork hurling fans attending Munster final

A Cork TD has called on Irish Rail to organise extra trains from Kent Station this Saturday to accommodate fans travelling to the Munster Senior Hurling Championship final in Limerick.

Labour Party TD for Cork North Central, Eoghan Kenny, has said that due to the “special” nature of the championship match, there is an increased demand on rail services, leading to his call for additional trains to and from Limerick Junction.

“Rebels from across the county will be winging their way to Limerick this Saturday for what will be a fantastic game between Cork and Limerick in this year’s Munster hurling final,” said Mr Kenny.

“It’s a very special day in the Irish sporting calendar and will be attended by fans up and down the county, which is why I’ve written to Irish Rail to ask for additional rail services to be provided this weekend.

“Trains from 9.30am are totally booked out and that’s before we even consider people changing the time of their return ticket,” he added.

“The demand is there and the obvious thing to do is to put on some extra services to get fans to the stadium safely so that as many people as possible can hopefully see Cork lift the Mick Mackey Cup.”