Simon Harris (Wicklow, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

That is right, but in fairness to the NTA, the policy direction of recent years in terms of roads was regrettable. It delayed the delivery of the projects needed as regards the N11. There needs to be absolute policy clarity on this now, and I believe there is. All of us, regardless of party affiliation or of being in government or opposition, from Wicklow-Wexford and Wicklow should come together and meet the NTA on these matters. There are real issues for people living in commuter belts. The traffic congestion is having a direct impact on issues such as childcare, quality of life and being able to pick kids up from school and drop them off in the morning. There are challenges being felt by people in the wide commuter belt area that I am proud to represent in the Dáil.

On a positive note, I should say that the allocations for road projects for 2025 include the N11 Oilgate to Rosslare Harbour project, which has received an allocation of €4 million. This project, which is at design and environmental evaluation phase, will deliver safety improvements to the N11 corridor. It will also improve regional connectivity and ensure the increased volume of freight traffic using Rosslare Port can be accommodated. In addition, we have provided €2 million for the Rosslare Europort access road. Let us continue to work constructively on this matter.

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