Dublin-Cork sneaky fare increase

[ACustomer]

The new timetable now has bookable seats. Trying for Jan 17, I find that all First class seats appear to be at the CityGold price of €76.50 on all trains (even the 0515 ex Cork). At present a fare of €65.50 applies on trains other than the former CityGold services.

OK, the new facilities are superior, but I understood that a higher level of catering was available as part of the CityGold package. Will this enhancement be available on all Dublin Cork services in 2007? Need I ask?

By all means charge €76.50 if you provide the service, but if you have spare seats on some services, why not make them more attractive by offering them at €65.50 if all you can provide is a tea trolley.

Cullen said he was limiting the fare increase to 2.75%. Lies, lies.