asked the Minister for Local Government whether he is aware of the widespread demand among local residents for the provision of a pedestrian crossing convenient to the shops at the Griffith Avenue end of Philipsburg Avenue, Dublin; whether he has had proposals in the matter; and how soon the crossing will be constructed.
Ceisteanna — Questions. Oral Answers. - Dublin Pedestrian Crossings.
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The provision of pedestrian crossings is a matter for the local authority acting at the request or with the consent of the Garda Commissioner. I have had no proposals in the matter.
Is the Minister aware that there have been several minor accidents in this area and must they wait for a fatal accident before there is a move made? Could the Minister inform me as to whom should the local residents submit a petition which has now been signed by over 200 residents in the area?
To the Dublin Corporation and the Garda Commissioner.
To both?
Yes. I understand that both Dublin Corporation and the Garda are having the matter examined.
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asked the Minister for Local Government if he is aware of the danger to pedestrians crossing the Booterstown-Blackrock Road, Dublin; and if he will consider siting an underpass for pedestrians at Williamstown.
The provision of an underpass for pedestrians is a matter for the local authority. I have had no proposals in the matter.