Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 July 2020
230. Deputy Paul McAuliffe asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if the decision to open the gates of the Phoenix Park to through traffic is a permanent one; and if the decision is under review. [17273/20]
View answerThe decision to re-open the gates on Friday 10th July was based on an increase in the volume of traffic in the neighbouring areas surrounding the Park to which the gate closures have in part contributed and because a further increase in traffic volume in the coming weeks and months with the escalation of the returning workforce within the City and the re-opening of schools might be anticipated. Officials at OPW and I are committed to engaging in a consultation process on the Phoenix Park Traffic Management Strategy, involving all stakeholders, to create a balanced approach to access to the Park, for all users. It is envisaged that this consultation could take place during August/September of this year and will ultimately inform the appropriate sustainable solutions to traffic management in the Phoenix Park in the short, medium and long term.
