Heather Humphreys (Cavan-Monaghan, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I understand the importance of this road for the area. It is good for the region, for tourism and for the people who live in the area. The Deputy will understand that I have obligations, under EU law, around nature conservation. I have to try to balance these in order to contribute to a positive outcome for the region. My officials have been working with the local authority to progress the matter and will continue to do so. They are available to meet interested parties. The Deputy requested that and I give a commitment that my officials with meet him. I trust Friday will suit and, if it does, that can certainly happen. There is no reason they will not meet the Deputy. Is it this Friday that my ministerial colleague has that meeting?

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