Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 March 2021
125. Deputy Aindrias Moynihan asked the Minister for Transport the status of the N22 bypass for Macroom, County Cork; the current stage of the project; the next steps and associated timeframes; the measures being taken to ensure progress on the project will not be affected due to the recent announcement to cease certain construction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1819/21]
View answerAs Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and securing exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the planning, design and construction of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. This is also subject to the Public Spending Code Guidelines and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the status of this project.
Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
