Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 19 January 2022
235. Deputy Darren O'Rourke asked the Minister for Transport the funding drawn down by each local authority for spending on cycling infrastructure in 2021, in tabular form; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1217/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs Minister, I have responsibility for the policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel and Greenways. The National Transport Authority (NTA), meanwhile, has responsibility for the allocation of funding to specific projects and oversight of their development, in cooperation with the relevant local authorities. TII have responsibility for the allocation of funding to Greenway projects, in cooperation with the relevant local authorities.
Noting their responsibility in this area, I have forwarded your question to the NTA and TII for a more detailed reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
The NTA is currently working with the local authorities to ensure effective and efficient delivery of Active Travel funding. Details of the Active Travel projects to be funded and delivered next year are being developed by the NTA at present and can be made available to the Deputy when this is finalised in January. It is anticipated that circa €290m will be available next year to help roll-out walking and cycling infrastructure across our cities, towns and villages.
