Traffic Management

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 21 April 2021

Wednesday, 21 April 2021

Questions (350)

Neasa Hourigan

Question:

350. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Transport the policy with regard to use of contraflow systems during scheduled closures of a single bore of the Jack Lynch Tunnel in Cork; if an assessment has been done to measure the impact that not implementing a contraflow system has on residential neighbourhoods such as the Lower Glanmire Road when HGVs are consequently diverted through the city at night-time; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19147/21]

Written answers

Minister for Transport

As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and securing exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the operation and management of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. This is also subject to the Public Spending Code Guidelines and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you with respect to the Jack Lynch Tunnel in Co. Cork.

Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

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