Road Projects

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 24 March 2021

Wednesday, 24 March 2021

Questions (325)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

325. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport if he will consider a pilot project for local authorities to link towns and villages via priority cycle routes using existing old roads, tertiary roads, quiet local roads and other available public space; if so, if funding will be provided under such a scheme to go towards the required signage, surfacing, sight distance improvement works and other safety measures required; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [15070/21]

Written answers

Minister for Transport

I understand that officials are examining this issue as part of a wider examination of cycling infrastructure improvements around the country. The National Transport Authority are looking at revising the National Cycle Manual and officials in my Department are examining other measures to ensure safer cycling around the country. It is too early in the process to state what the outcome of that work will be but, given the significant increase in funding provided for cycling and walking in the Programme for Government, there should not be an issue with finding funding for appropriate interventions should that be the outcome of the work.