Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 November 2017
200. Deputy Jack Chambers asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his plans to improve infrastructure for cyclists using the route from Ashtown, Dublin 15 into the city centre in which widening work and appropriate separation of walking and cycling tracks is required; his further plans to install lighting along this route; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [51307/17]
Amharc ar fhreagraI am pleased to inform the Deputy that I have secured funding of €116m in Budget 2018 for the development of cycling and walking infrastructure in the Greater Dublin Area and Regional Cites over the next four years, 2018-2021. It is envisaged that the progression of infrastructure such as the Royal Canal route will be progressed under this funding stream. I am aware that the Royal Canal route has significant potential as a transport corridor, being adjacent to existing residential communities, Luas Cross City at Broombridge, train stations at Broombridge and Ashtown and the proposed new train station at Pelletstown.
The National Transport Authority is responsible for the development of the cycling network in this location. In light of their responsibility in this matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the Authority for a direct response. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within ten working days.
