Brendan Griffin
Question:26. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the position regarding the much needed Adare bypass; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16441/15]
View answerWednesday, 29 April 2015
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As 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, including the Adare Bypass 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 in the first instance for the NRA in accordance with Section 19 of the Roads Act.
As the Deputy is aware the decision by An Bord Pleanála in 2012 to refuse development consent for the proposed bypass of Adare meant that the scheme reverted to the route selection stage to reassess alternative options.
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.