Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 November 2023
284. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport if he will engage with TII about improving the safety and maintenance of a stretch of road in County Cork (details supplied); if a contractor can take over the maintenance; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [48734/23]
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 operation and maintenance 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 the Deputy.
Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy's question regarding the N20 to the TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if a reply is not received within 10 working days.
