Road Safety

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2020

Tuesday, 9 June 2020

Questions (691)

Seán Haughey

Question:

691. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government if local authorities will be encouraged to provide more space on roads and footpaths and in public open spaces in the suburbs of Dublin for pedestrians and cyclists; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [9796/20]

Written answers

Minister for Housing, Planning and Local Government

Responsibility for public roads is an independent function of the relevant road authority. Overall national policy in relation to roads and transportation is a matter for the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport.