Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 27 June 2017
504. Deputy Michael Healy-Rae asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will address a matter (details supplied) regarding the size of road signage in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [29640/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraMy Department's role in relation to tourism lies in the area of national tourism policy. It is not directly involved in the management or development of individual tourism projects such as the Wild Atlantic Way. This is an operational matter for the Board and Management of Fáilte Ireland.
However, it is important to note that the purpose of the Wild Atlantic Way is to provide a clearly defined route for visitors to travel along the west coast. In that context, it is very important for the visitor that the signage for the Wild Atlantic Way is consistent and readily recognisable along the entire route while respecting the landscape and seascape that are integral to the Way. That is why Fáilte Ireland has worked closely with local authorities and local communities on the provision of signage along the route of the Wild Atlantic Way. It is a matter for the Local Authorities and the National Roads Authority, as appropriate, to sanction the erection of road signage.
In relation to the particular signs in question, I have personally raised this matter with the local authority and have now referred the Deputy's Question to Fáilte Ireland for further information and direct reply. Please contact my private office if you have not received a response within ten working days.
The referred reply under Standing Order 42A was forwarded to the Deputy.
