Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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243. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the extent to which the M4 and N4 is likely to be extended by an additional traffic lane; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12282/22]

Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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244. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the extent to which he expects to ensure that the M4 and N4 route is sufficiently upgraded to meet traffic levels of the future; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [12283/22]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 243 and 244 together.

As Minister for Transport I have responsibility for overall policy and 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 operation, management and upgrading 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 and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you.

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.