Greenways Provision

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 January 2023

Thursday, 19 January 2023

Ceisteanna (199, 200)

Marc MacSharry

Ceist:

199. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Transport the methodology being used by TII to prioritise the chronology of the delivery of greenways. [2677/23]

Marc MacSharry

Ceist:

200. Deputy Marc MacSharry asked the Minister for Transport if there is a ring-fenced multi-annual budget within TII for the development of greenways; and, if so, the amount that it is. [2678/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport

I propose to take Questions Nos. 199 and 200 together.

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to Greenways. As of 20 September 2021 and in line with Section 32 (2) of the Roads Act 1993, the planning, design, and construction of individual Greenways is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. Investment in Greenway projects is also subject to the requirements of the Public Spending Code and necessary statutory approvals.

Noting the above position, I have referred your questions, on this occasion, to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

Question No. 200 answered with Question No. 199.

Question No. 201 answered with Question No. 177.