The project boss for the Metrolink Sean Sweeney has announced his resignation.
The New Zealander said he was departing from the long-awaited flagship infrastructure project for family reasons.
The 18.8-km MetroLink rail line has been beset with delays, legal challenges and ballooning costs – with the Government estimating costs at around €11bn.
Mr Sweeney had estimated that major construction is expected to start at the end of 2027 and that it could be some time in the mid-2030s before people will be able to take the metro to the airport.
In a statement, Mr Sweeney said that the role had been “one of the greatest professional privileges of my…