Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 September 2021
132. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to a delay in progress in the M20 project; and if he will clarify the recent sustainable transport policy as referenced by the project team in its statement on the delay. [44550/21]
View answer133. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport the progress made and work completed within this stage of the M20 project. [44551/21]
View answer134. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport the cost to date of the M20 project. [44552/21]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 132, 133 and 134 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 status of this project.
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.
