Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 February 2014
808. Deputy Seán Kenny asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the road construction projects that will be completed in 2014; the road construction projects that will commence in 2014; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7905/14]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe most significant projects which are due to be completed on the regional and local road network in 2014 are the Enfield to Edenderry Road Improvement scheme, the current phase of Clarke's Hill/Moneygourney scheme and the New Twopothouse to Doneraile scheme. No major projects are due to commence on the regional and local road network this year as monies are being focused on maintenance and rehabilitation works.
The planning, design and implementation of individual national 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 its 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. Please advise my private office if you don’t receive a reply within 10 working days.
