Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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114. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the M20 project; and a timeline for same. [25339/23]

Thomas Gould (Cork North Central, Sinn Fein)
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115. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the amount spent to date on the M20. [25340/23]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 114 and 115 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 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 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.