Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 October 2018
565. Deputy Peter Burke asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if funding is provided for schemes which provide resources to establish benches at key walking and cycling points; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41873/18]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport and active travel.
In relation to active travel specifically, my Department provides funding to the National Transport Authority (NTA) for both cycling and walking infrastructure projects and sustainable urban transport projects. Details of individual projects are managed by the NTA in conjunction with the relevant local authorities.
In light of the NTA's responsibility in this area, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
The Deputy is also likely aware that funding is also available under the recently published Greenways Strategy in relation to the development of greenways in more rural areas. A call for funding applications is currently open and the Strategy and its requirements in relation to the development of such greenways is available to view on my Department's website - www.dttas.gov.ie.
