Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 18 January 2023
147. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Transport the progress that is being made with a road (details supplied) project given that it should form a key part of the mid-term review of the National Development Plan 2018-2027; when the project will reach construction stage; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63206/22]
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 on the status of this project.
Roscommon County Council issued tender documents to the pre-qualified candidates for the Design & Build Contract on 22 July 2022. The anticipated tender return date was 22 December 2022 but has been extended to the 24 February 2023 at the request of tenderers.
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.
