Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 18 January 2024
154. Deputy Ivana Bacik asked the Minister for Transport the publication schedule for the 2024 Walking and Cycling Index reports for Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway and Waterford; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2239/24]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel. Funding is administered through the National Transport Authority (NTA), who, in partnership with local authorities, have responsibility for the selection and development of specific projects in each local authority area.
Following the initial phase of the Walking and Cycling Index carried out in the Dublin Metropolitan Area in 2021, the NTA and Sustrans are working together to roll it out to the four other cities, undertaking the biggest ever survey of walking, wheeling, and cycling in Ireland. Following the surveys which were taking place in 2023, individual Reports will be prepared and will be published for each of the Metropolitan Areas this year.
Noting the role of the NTA in the matter, I have referred your question to that agency for the most up to date information on this matter. If you do not receive a reply within 10 working days, please contact my private office.
