Storm Chandra brought extensive flooding last month in south Dublin along the rail line serving Ireland’s east coast, causing disruption for thousands of commuters. It says the works – which would add 1.3m to the height on average – are vital to protect the rail line from rising sea levels. Irish Rail plans to put up flood defences along the southside track covering a 4km stretch from Merrion Gates to Seapoint. The 4km stretch of line is one of five sections of track prioritised for works under the East Coast Railway Infrastructure Protection Projects (ECRIPP) scheme. She is concerned that Irish Rail is not considering the “public realm and public experience”, describing the wall as “a fairly brutalist design”.

Source: The Irish Times February 22, 2026 13:30 UTC