Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 December 2015
628. Deputy Jonathan O'Brien asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a number of compulsory purchase orders are needed to progress the construction of the north ring road in Cork; the estimated cost of completing these; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [43022/15]
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 Transport Infrastructure Ireland (formerly known as the NRA) under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 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 TII in accordance with Section 19 of the Roads Act.
Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy's question to TII for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you don't receive a reply within 10 working days.
