Road Projects

Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 3 May 2017

Wednesday, 3 May 2017

Ceisteanna (314)

Joan Burton

Ceist:

314. Deputy Joan Burton asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his attention has been drawn to the necessity to construct a new vehicular bridge over the River Liffey in Celbridge, County Kildare; if he will provide a commitment to Kildare County Council in regard to formulating a plan to progress the bridge to construction, including route selection, environmental and archaeological impacts, public consultation and construction; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20972/17]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport

The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads (including bridges) in Kildare is the statutory responsibility of Kildare County Council, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993-2015. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is also a matter for the Council. The assessment of options in relation to bridges in County Kildare, including at Celbridge is, therefore, a matter for consideration by Kildare County Council.