Dara Calleary (Mayo, Fianna Fail)
Link to this: Individually | In context | Oireachtas source

1002. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the capital budget in place to fund further development of the Wild Atlantic Way; if his attention has been drawn to complaints of congestion along the route during the season; his plans to address these concerns; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45768/17]

Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
Link to this: Individually | In context | Oireachtas source

My Department's role in relation to tourism lies primarily in the area of national tourism policy.  It is not directly involved in the management or development of individual tourism projects, such as the Wild Atlantic Way.  These are operational matters for the Board and Management of Fáilte Ireland.

I have referred the Deputy's question to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply to the Deputy.  Please contact my private office if you have not received a reply within ten working days. 

In relation to the capital budget, funding of almost €108m has been allocated for tourism product development under the Capital Plan for the period 2018-2021.  This will allow for continued capital investment by Fáilte Ireland in the experience brands, including the Wild Atlantic Way.

Dara Calleary (Mayo, Fianna Fail)
Link to this: Individually | In context | Oireachtas source

1003. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the capital expenditure to date on the Wild Atlantic Way by county, in tabular form; his future capital expenditure plans for the Wild Atlantic Way; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [45769/17]

Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
Link to this: Individually | In context | Oireachtas source

My Department's role in relation to tourism lies primarily in the area of national tourism policy.  It is not directly involved in the management or development of individual tourism projects, such as the Wild Atlantic Way.  These are operational matters for the Board and Management of Fáilte Ireland.  

I have referred the Deputy's question to Fáilte Ireland for direct reply to the Deputy.  Please contact my private office if you have not received a reply within ten working days. 

In relation to future capital expenditure plans, funding of almost €108m has been allocated for tourism product development under the Capital Plan for the period 2018-2021.  This will allow for continued capital investment by Fáilte Ireland in the experience brands, including the Wild Atlantic Way.