Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 June 2023
66. Deputy Matt Carthy asked the Minister for Transport the current earliest projected timeline for completion of the N2 Clontibret-to-the-Border and the N2 Ardee-to-Castleblayney road schemes; and if he will provide additional funding for these schemes in 2023. [30078/23]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs 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. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the status of these projects.
I can confirm that €600,000 has been allocated for the N2 Ardee to Castleblayney scheme in 2023 in order to meet project commitments. In addition, €2.5 million has been allocated to the Clontibret to the Border scheme, with drawdown subject to a successful funding application under the Connecting Europe Facility. I understand that a decision on this application is imminent. As with all national roads projects in the NDP, the delivery programme for these projects will be kept under review for 2024 and considered in terms of the overall funding envelope available to TII.
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.
