Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 22 June 2021
166. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Transport the current approximate costs of a motorway from Cork to Limerick using the N20 corridor; the way in which this differs to costs estimated a decade ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32840/21]
View answer167. Deputy Neasa Hourigan asked the Minister for Transport if a current cost-benefit analysis exists for a motorway from Cork to Limerick using the N20 corridor; the way in which this differs to a cost-benefit analysis for the same route from a decade ago; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32841/21]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 166 and 167 together.
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 planning, design and construction 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 on the costs of the proposed N20 Cork to Limerick scheme and how they compare with the estimated costs a decade ago. TII will also advise you on the status of any cost-benefits analysis carried out on the scheme.
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.
