Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 22 January 2025
274. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport if he will engage with TII regarding the Dunkettle interchange upgrade; if metrics are available to ascertain whether the upgrade has reduced travel time and whether the number of accidents has been reduced; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1667/25]
View answer275. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport if TII is continually monitoring traffic times at the Dunkettle interchange; the number of incidents or accidents in or around the interchange over the past 12 months; if TII has any other assessment tool for assessing traffic safety and efficiency; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1668/25]
View answerI propose to take Questions Nos. 274 and 275 together.
As 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 management 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 Infrastructure Guidelines and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you.
Noting the above position, I have referred your question regarding the Dunkettle Interchange to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
