Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 June 2023
180. Deputy Brian Leddin asked the Minister for Transport if his Department has or is planning to develop a policy to support the development of active travel infrastructure serving healthcare facilities; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26727/23]
View answerAs Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel. Funding is administered through the National Transport Authority (NTA), who, in partnership with local authorities, have responsibility for the selection and development of specific projects in each local authority area.
In terms of policy development around sustainable transport and active travel infrastructure, officials from my Department met with colleagues from the Department of Health and the HSE this week with a view to supporting their transport and mobility targets under the HSE Climate Strategy. We will continue to work closely with these organisations, along with the NTA, to assist with supporting any necessary active travel infrastructure projects at or near healthcare facilities going forward.
