Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 April 2010
226 Deputy Paul Connaughton asked the Minister for Transport the position regarding an application by Loughrea, County Galway under the smarter travel competition; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16485/10]
Amharc ar fhreagraLoughrea is one of 11 areas nationwide that have been shortlisted for Stage 2 of the National Competition for Smarter Travel Areas. The Loughrea Stage 1 bid is available for Members and the public to view on the smarter travel website www.smartertravel.ie. All Stage 2 bids are to be submitted by Friday April 30th. A selection panel will convene in mid-May to adjudicate, and following consideration of the recommendations I hope to announce the successful bids in June.
