Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 2 November 2016
37. Deputy Imelda Munster asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the steps, particularly in respect of funding, he plans to take to progress the Narrow Water Bridge project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32795/16]
Amharc ar fhreagraUnder the Fresh Start Agreement, the Northern Ireland Executive and the Government agreed to undertake a review of the proposed Narrow Water Bridge project with a view to identifying options for its future development, for consideration by the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC).
The commitments in the Fresh Start Implementation Plan were discussed at the North South Ministerial Council (NSMC) Plenary meeting held on 4 July this year. The Council noted a progress report from Senior Officials from relevant Departments in both jurisdictions which addressed the Fresh Start commitments, including the proposed Narrow Water Bridge. It was also noted that the group of Senior Officials will continue to meet regularly to maintain a strategic overview of the projects and commitments set out in the Fresh Start Implementation Plan and to explore funding opportunities for economic and infrastructural investment. A further update on the Fresh Start commitments will be brought to the next NSMC Plenary meeting.
