Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent) | Oireachtas source

That is an absolute priority commitment. It is a large amount of money but we recognise the need to connect Limerick and Cork in a meaningful way to the economy of that region. It is a no-brainer and it is destined to go ahead.

On the Ryder Cup, Senator Kieran O'Donnell is really asking me to say something which is difficult for me to say. I would love to see the road done, dusted and completed by 2026. I can give the Senator this assurance. Adare Manor is certainly in the frame as a location. It is being looked at as a very serious contender.