Nicky McFadden (Fine Gael)

I wish to highlight the serious accident that occurred in County Westmeath this morning when a truck overturned on the N52. I have been seeking a meeting with the National Roads Authority about the Rathconnell to Turin section of this road. The truck overturned outside the church this morning. It is only by the grace of God that there was not a pile-up or any fatalities. The road has been a major concern for those living locally, as well as county councillors, some of whom have been highlighting the issue for 30 years. There have been two fatalities on this dangerous road in recent years, but the NRA has refused to meet with Westmeath County Council. I cannot understand who is responsible and where the line of duty stops. It is like the HSE in that respect. The Fianna Fáil-Green Party Government is responsible for ensuring that people can travel in safety on the roads, so the NRA should be held to account and be answerable to the people of Westmeath. Before the House rises for the summer, the Leader should arrange the meeting with the NRA that he has promised.