Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 31 May 2017
254. Deputy Anne Rabbitte asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a safety audit has been carried out on the N83 at Dunmore town; if not, when it will occur; the reason it has not occurred; the safety measures his Department in conjunction with Transport Infrastructure Ireland are examining to address calming measures on entering the town; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26185/17]
View answer255. Deputy Anne Rabbitte asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a safety audit is being carried out on the N65 at Killmeen Cross; if not, when it will occur; the reason it has not occurred; the safety measures his Department in conjunction with Transport Infrastructure Ireland are examining to address lighting, signage, flooding and speed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26186/17]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 254 and 255 together.
As 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 operation of individual road projects (including the N83 and N63) is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.
Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy’s question to TII for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you don’t receive a reply within 10 working days.
