Local Authority Funding

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 3 March 2021

Wednesday, 3 March 2021

Questions (126)

Dara Calleary

Question:

126. Deputy Dara Calleary asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to the requirement regarding grants funded by his Department and administered by the NTA to local authorities for cycling and walking that such grants can only be paid for projects within town boundaries; if so, his views on whether it is an unfair condition and restricts the opportunities available under the scheme; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11314/21]

Written answers

Minister for Transport

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure, including cycling and walking infrastructure.

Details of individual projects are matters for the NTA and the relevant local authorities, accordingly I have referred your question to the NTA for a more detailed reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51