Bernard Durkan (Kildare North, Fine Gael)
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328. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport when it is anticipated the cycleway from Leixlip to Galway will be completed; the phases completed to date; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38254/23]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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The Minister for Transport has responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to Greenways. The planning, design and construction of individual Greenways is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.

The development of a dedicated inter-city route for cyclists and walkers from Dublin to Galway is a Government priority. The project is being funded by the Department of Transport and being progressed by Transport Infrastructure Ireland, National Transport Authority and the relevant local authorities.

The National Transport Authority are working with Kildare County Council in developing a dedicated pedestrian and cyclist route along the Royal Canal from Maynooth to Clonsilla which will pass through Leixlip. Approximately 110km of the route from Maynooth to Athlone is located on an off-road cycleway or Greenway. Transport Infrastructure Ireland are working with the relevant local authorities in relation to the development of the Athlone to Galway section.

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