Alan Kelly (Tipperary, Labour)
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38. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the consideration he has given to the provision of a bypass of Tipperary town on the N24 under the National Development Plan 2018-2027; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13836/21]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and securing exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the planning, design and construction of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.This is also subject to the Public Spending Code Guidelines and the necessary statutory approvals.

The proposed N24 Cahir to Limerick Junction scheme, as part of the NDP, may include a Ring road / Bypass of Tipperary town as part of the appraisal and Traffic Management Options within the context of the overall scheme objectives.

In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the status of this project.

Furthermore, the Programme for Government includes a commitment to bring forward the review of the NDP to set out an updated Plan for the period to 2030. Work is underway within my Department to contribute to this review.

Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.