Road Projects

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 19 January 2023

Thursday, 19 January 2023

Ceisteanna (66, 88)

Pádraig O'Sullivan

Ceist:

66. Deputy Pádraig O'Sullivan asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide an update on the northern distributor road in Cork city; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [1968/23]

Thomas Gould

Ceist:

88. Deputy Thomas Gould asked the Minister for Transport if his attention has been drawn to traffic concerns in Cork city due to a number of changes to road layout recently; and if he will engage with the local authorities to resolve these. [2356/23]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Transport

I propose to take Questions Nos. 66 and 88 together.

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to public transport. The National Transport Authority (NTA) has responsibility for the planning and development of public transport infrastructure in our cities, including BusConnects Cork.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.