Brendan Griffin
Question:188. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if funding will be provided to progress the N86 road improvement scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44524/14]
View answerDáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 November 2014
188. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if funding will be provided to progress the N86 road improvement scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [44524/14]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.
Within its capital budget, the assessment and prioritisation of individual projects is a matter for the NRA in accordance with Section 19 of the Roads Act.
Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy’s question to the NRA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.