Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 8 March 2022
175. Deputy Denis Naughten asked the Minister for Transport the reason the Knockcroghery by-pass on the N61 has been shelved until at least 2026 given the dramatic impact it will have on improving the safety of the route by all road users; if he will consider redesignating the N61 to Roscommon town as a national primary route; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12439/22]
View answerAs Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and 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 and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you.
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.
