Catherine Murphy
Ceist:203. Deputy Catherine Murphy asked the Minister for Transport the extent to which he expects to ensure that the N5 route is sufficiently upgraded to meet traffic levels in the next five years. [17714/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 5 April 2022
Ceisteanna (203)
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 operation, management and upgrading 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. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you.
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