Joe McHugh (Donegal North East, Fine Gael)
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Question 234: To ask the Minister for Transport his plans to engage with a proposal to develop a dedicated cycling track in a region (details supplied); his views on whether such a development would be of interest from tourism, recreational, and educational perspectives; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [41837/09]

Noel Dempsey (Meath West, Fianna Fail)
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The Government's National Cycle Policy Framework, which I launched in April this year, aims to develop a National Cycle Network. In this respect I have commissioned the National Roads Authority to map a potential National Cycle Network and I expect to have the results of their work in the New Year. In addition, with the intention of ensuring synergies across other public organizations, I have arranged for an advisory group under the auspices of the National Trails Office to assist the NRA in their work. Pending receipt of the Authority's work, I do not intend to make comment on elements that may form part of the network. However, I can confirm that the Authority is aware of cycling-related works planned and in progress in the North West both in Westport and along the disused rail line between Newport and Mulranny. These works underline the potential of cycling in the North West region generally.