Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 13 December 2023
49. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Transport when the Listowel bypass will be open to traffic; if the project is on time and within budget; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [55764/23]
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 €22,000,000 has been allocated for the Listowel Bypass scheme in 2023. The allocations for 2024 are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.
Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct update as to the latest status of this project. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
