Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2023
355. Deputy Alan Dillon asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on when the N5 upgrade from Ballaghaderreen to Scramogue will commence construction; what the estimated cost of this project is expected to be; when the evaluation of the tenders will conclude; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38459/23]
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.
I can confirm that the Final Business Case for the N5 project is with my Department. A decision by Government regarding the award of the tender will be made in the very near future.
Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a detailed update. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
