Louise O'Reilly
Ceist:209. Deputy Louise O'Reilly asked the Minister for Transport the amount that will be allocated to walking and cycling infrastructure in 2023; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24286/22]
Amharc ar fhreagraTuesday, 17 May 2022
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The Programme for Government committed to an investment of €360 million per annum in walking and cycling over the lifetime of the Government. This investment will benefit society in both urban and rural areas by encouraging modal shift away from the private car thus improving fitness and health and reducing transport emissions.
The exchequer capital funding available for Greenways and Active Travel from my Department in 2022 is €360 million comprised of circa €60 million for Greenways managed by Transport Infrastructure Ireland and €290 million for Active Travel measures managed by the National Transport Authority with the remaining funds delivered directly by my Department or through other agencies.
The funding allocation for 2023 will be decided as part of the annual Estimates process. I expect the amount that will be made available will reflect the commitment in the Programme for Government.