Brendan Griffin (Kerry, Fine Gael)
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402. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport his views on a matter (details supplied) regarding funding for a project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20664/22]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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The Programme for Government committed to €360m per annum over the period 2021-2025 for investment in Active Travel. This investment will help support the delivery of almost 1,000 kilometres of improved walking and cycling infrastructure by 2025, as well as additional investment in Greenways and increased numbers of Active Travel staff in local authorities around the country. 

I would like to assure you that the provision of safe and connected walking and cycling infrastructure is at the forefront of my Department's priorities, and the step-change in funding committed for Active Travel is proof of the Government's commitment to this area, and I look forward to the delivery of the numerous projects and programmes around the country.

As Minister, I have responsibility for the policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel. The National Transport Authority (NTA), meanwhile, has responsibility for the allocation of funding to specific projects and oversight of their development, in cooperation with the relevant local authorities.

Noting their responsibility in this area, I have forwarded your question to the NTA for a more detailed reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.