Michael Cahill (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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193. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to request Transport Infrastructure Ireland to get "greenway ready" for the south Kerry greenway by carrying out a major road overlay in Glenbeigh village as a matter of priority (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46714/24]

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.

Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply regarding the N70 at Glenbeigh. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

I also as Minister 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.

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