Michael Lowry (Tipperary, Independent)
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246. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when adequate funding will be made available for structural repair works and a pedestrian bridge adjacent to Ardfinnan Bridge, County Tipperary, to allow traffic to resume on a two-way system; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [22983/23]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for policy and overall funding in relation to Active Travel. Funding is administered through the National Transport Authority (NTA), who, in partnership with local authorities, have responsibility for the selection and development of specific projects in each local authority area.

In relation to proposed Active Travel infrastructure works in Ardfinnan, I understand that the NTA are actively engaging with Tipperary County Council in relation to the potential scope of the project. It is important that any project funded by my Department through the NTA's Active Travel Programme is aligned with Government policy priorities as outlined in the National Investment Framework for Transport in Ireland, the Climate Action Plan 2023 and the National Sustainable Mobility Policy.

If and when agreement is reached in regards to the potential works in Ardfinnan, the NTA will include the project in its Active Travel Programme for receipt of funding to progress same.

Noting the role of the NTA in the matter, I have referred your question to that agency for a more detailed answer. If you do not receive a reply within 10 working days, please contact my private office.