Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 18 February 2025
196. Deputy Pa Daly asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware of the concerns regarding the condition of a road (details supplied); what measures he is planning to take to address these concerns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [5552/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraIn accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993, each local authority has statutory responsibility for the improvement and maintenance of their regional and local roads. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources and are supplemented by State Road grants. Of these grants, the vast majority (approximately 90%) are targeted at the maintenance and renewal of the network with c. 10% of the remaining funding invested in new roads/bridges or for road realignments.
Kerry County Council is responsible for deciding its annual programme for road maintenance and the Department has no role in that process.
Furthermore, my Department also provides funding to local authorities for a Community Involvement Scheme. This scheme encourages a joint approach (on a voluntary basis) with groups of local residents and landowners for the restoration of public roads that are lightly trafficked, single lane or cul de sac roads. The scheme is advertised and administered by the relevant local authority and therefore may be an option to explore with Kerry County Council directly.
