Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 14 June 2012
188 Deputy Robert Dowds asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will provide an update as to when building work on a grade separated junction at Newlands Cross, N7, will commence; the length of time it will take to construct and the plan for its construction [28818/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects is a matter for the National Roads Authority (NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993 to 2007 in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.
Within is capital budget, the assessment and prioritisation of individual projects is a matter in the first instance for the NRA in accordance with Section 19 of the Roads Act.
Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NRA for direct reply. He should advise my private office if he does not receive a reply within 10 working days.
