Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 June 2021
138. Deputy Mairéad Farrell asked the Minister for Transport the body that has control of the €100,000 that has been allocated for Oranmore under the additional outdoor infrastructure scheme; if an association (details supplied) has ultimate responsibility for implementing the works and spending the funds; the start date and finish date for the works at the Castle Road; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34907/21]
View answerI was delighted to announce an allocation of €15m in April for the Additional Outdoor Infrastructure Fund. As the Deputy is likely aware the funding will support local authorities in enhancing outdoor urban space and improving walking and cycling infrastructure. This will assist the safe outdoor re-opening of society as Ireland emerges from current COVID-19 public health restrictions.
The Additional Outdoor Infrastructure Fund will be administered by the National Transport Authority (NTA) on behalf of the Department of Transport, and on 26th May 2021 the NTA issued allocations to 30 local authorities, including Galway County Council which received just over €500,000 under the Fund.
Noting the NTA's responsibility in this matter, I have forwarded your correspondence to them for a more detailed reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
