Thomas Gould
Ceist:116. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected date of completion of the northern ring road in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14262/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraDáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 7 July 2020
116. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected date of completion of the northern ring road in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14262/20]
Amharc ar fhreagra117. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the expected commencement date of the northern ring road in County Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14263/20]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 116 and 117 together.
As Minister for Climate Energy and Communications and Transport Tourism and Sport , I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015, the planning, design and construction of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.
Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.