Michael Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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298. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will address an issue with regard to a junction in County Kerry (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7914/17]

Shane Ross (Dublin Rathdown, Independent)
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​I note the Deputy does not refer to a particular junction at Coolbane West, Killorglin, Co. Kerry and that at least two local roads intersect with the N72 in this townsland.

As Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport, I have responsibility for overall policy and funding in relation to the national roads programme. The planning, design and implementation of individual road projects (such as the N72) is a matter for the Transport Infrastructure Ireland under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 in conjunction with Kerry County Council.

Within its capital budget, the assessment and prioritisation of individual projects is a matter in the first instance for TII in accordance with Section 19 of the Roads Act.

Noting the above position, I have referred the Deputy’s question to TII for direct reply.  Please advise my private office if you don’t receive a reply within 10 working days.