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Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 3 March 2022

Thursday, 3 March 2022

Ceisteanna (61)

Éamon Ó Cuív

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61. Deputy Éamon Ó Cuív asked the Minister for Transport the processes that will have to be gone through to bring the development of the Galway city bypass M6/N6 road to construction; the projected timescale involved with each process; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [11776/22]

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Freagraí scríofa

As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the planning, design and construction of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. This is also subject to the Public Spending Code and the necessary statutory approvals.

Planning permission was granted by An Bord Pleanála on 6 December 2021, subject to conditions. As of today, three Judicial Reviews have been lodged. The progression of this project is dependent on the outcome of these reviews. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the current status of this project.

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.

A referred reply was forwarded to the Deputy under Standing Order 51
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