Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 26 January 2022
41. Deputy Noel Grealish asked the Minister for Transport if funding is available to commence the planning process for the upgrade of the N59 from Maam Cross to Clifden, County Galway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3848/22]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and Exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Once funding arrangements have been put in place with Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the operation, management and upgrading of individual national roads is a matter for TII, in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. This is also subject to the Public Spending Code and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise on the current status and funding of this proposed project.
Noting the above position, I have referred your question, on this occasion, to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
