Ms Anne Graham:

It will take a number of years to build the network. We agree that a number of cycle projects have been initiated throughout the region but they have not been joined up, which is why we wanted to put in place a plan - a network - to show we needed to join up all the bits of infrastructure in the region and to provide those connections. The Sutton-Sandycove route is a prime example of where we are trying to build one major route but it is being delivered in sections. A number of exemplars, in respect of the infrastructure put in place in recent years, are segregated cycle infrastructure. Braemor Road in Churchtown is one example. The design manual is in place to be able to have consistency in designs and to ensure there will be the best cycling infrastructure in our cities and towns.