Eoghan Kenny (Cork North-Central, Labour)
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172. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the progress of the Mallow relief road; the plans for funding from Transport Infrastructure Ireland to progress the project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46532/24]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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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 Infrastructure Guidelines and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the status of this project.

I can confirm that €300,000 was initially allocated for the Mallow Relief Road project in 2024. This was subsequently increased to €800,000 to enable the completion of the environmental impact assessment report. As with all national roads projects in the NDP, the delivery programme for the project will be kept under review for 2025 and considered in terms of the overall funding envelope available to TII. The allocations for 2025 are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

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.