Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 28 April 2021
195. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport if he has conducted an evaluation of the active travel funding stream; if his attention has been drawn to instances in which funding is being used for routine maintenance projects; and if so, the actions he has taken in respect of this use of funds. [21191/21]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister for Transport I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport infrastructure. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the development and implementation of public and sustainable transport infrastructure, allocating the funding provided by my Department at project level and working in conjunction with the relevant local authorities.
The individual projects and programmes are subject to compliance with the Public Spending Code, including its requirements in relation to appraisal and Sanctioning Authority approval points.
Noting the NTA's responsibilities in the matter, I have referred your question to the NTA for a more detailed reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
