Road Network

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 June 2015

Tuesday, 16 June 2015

Questions (865)

Shane Ross

Question:

865. Deputy Shane Ross asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide information regarding the section of the M50 between exit No. 13 and exit No. 14; the number of vehicles which passed through this section each month, over the past two years; the measurements of air and noise pollution that are available for this section; if available, if he will provide such measurements; when the surface of this section was last maintained; the type of surface that was installed; the policy of his Department and the National Roads Authority regarding regular resurfacing in the future; and when the next resurfacing of this section will be completed. [22994/15]

Written answers

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

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 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.

Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy’s question to the NRA for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you don’t receive a reply within 10 working days.