Malcolm Noonan (Carlow-Kilkenny, Green Party) | Oireachtas source

To go back, the road opening licence covers that, if members will excuse the pun. It covers the reinstatement afterward. Section 12(7)(d) provides that in considering an application for a licence under this section, a planning authority shall have regard to "the convenience and safety of road users including pedestrians". Although it is covered under the Roads Act, I think that line covers the fact that the road surfaces, paving surfaces, footpaths, etc. should be returned to a condition where they do not cause a hindrance to the safety of pedestrians or road users, including cyclists.