Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 20 January 2015
605. Deputy James Bannon asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will ensure that funding is provided to upgrade the N55 Granard-Ballymahon-Athlone route, particularly the section approaching Ballymahon from Edgeworthstown, in view of the heavy volume of traffic using this road; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [2637/15]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, Tourism & 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 (including the N55) is a matter in the first instance 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 ten working days.
