asked the Minister for Local Government if, further to his reply of 16th July, 1969 concerning the study of the recommendations by his Department to the effect that responsibility for the more important sectors of the main road system should be transferred to the State, he will make a statement on the present position on the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Upkeep of Main Roads.
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I would refer the Deputy to the reply to his related question of 10th February, 1970. The legislation necessary to enable transfer of responsibility for the national roads to my Department is at present in course of preparation.