Paul Murphy
Question:850. Deputy Paul Murphy asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the measures he will take to increase the road space available to cyclists to ensure greater safety and distance from vehicles. [13913/15]
View answerWednesday, 15 April 2015
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The National Transport Authority published the National Cycle Manual in 2011 as a guiding document for the planning and design of cycle networks, routes and supportive traffic management arrangements.
The Manual embraces the principles of sustainable safety as this will offer a safe environment for all road users including cyclists. It offers guidance on integrating the bike in the design of urban areas. Local authorities in receipt of Government funding for the delivery of cycle networks which involve on road routes are requested to refer to the NTA manual and in particular to the principles underlining this guidance. The manual can be viewed online at www.cyclemanual.ie.
Given the NTA is the author of the manual and will therefore be best placed to comment on future plans in relation to on road cycling infrastructure, I have forwarded the Deputy's question to the NTA for a more comprehensive reply. If he has not received a response within 10 working days, he should contact my office.