Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 1 April 2021
53. Deputy Richard Bruton asked the Minister for Transport if a broad policy framework has been developed to shape the expenditure of the €1.8 billion for cycling and walking infrastructure; and the key performance indicators used in choosing projects. [17885/21]
View answerThe Government has committed that €1.8bn in cross-Government funding will be spent on walking and cycling over the lifetime of the Government. This investment will support the delivery of of almost 1,000 kilometres of improved walking and cycling infrastructure by 2025 as well as additional investment in Greenways.
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.
