Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 8 June 2016
616. Deputy James Lawless asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if additional sound abatement measures can be put in place at a location (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14348/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister for Transport, Tourism & 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 (including the N7) 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 I have referred the Deputy's question to TII for direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
