Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 28 November 2023
186. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport where the 7 km bypass of Adare will start; where it will terminate; if it will be dual or single carriageway along the proposed 7km length; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [52461/23]
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. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the status of this project.
I can confirm that €2,000,000 has been allocated for the Limerick to Foynes Project in 2023 which includes a bypass of Adare. On November 21st, Government approved the early delivery of the Adare Bypass element of the project. As with all national roads projects in the NDP, the delivery programme for the project will be kept under review for 2024 and considered in terms of the overall funding envelope available to TII. The allocations for national roads for 2024 are expected to be announced by the end of this year.
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.
