Michael Cahill (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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252. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if a detailed report will be provided in relation to the overdue lighting up of Laune Bridge, Killorglin, County Kerry; when this work will commence; the length of time it will take to complete; the exact details of the work; the total cost of the work; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7349/25]

Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal East, Fianna Fail)
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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 operation and management 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 bridge at Killorglin. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

Michael Cahill (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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253. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport to examine the case for funding to widen a bridge (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [7385/25]

Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal East, Fianna Fail)
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In accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993, each local authority has statutory responsibility for the improvement and maintenance of their regional and local roads. Works on those roads are funded from local authorities' own resources and are supplemented by State Road grants. Of these grants, the vast majority (approximately 90%) are targeted at the maintenance and renewal of the network with c. 10% of the remaining funding invested in new roads/bridges or for road realignments.Any new road projects that seek funding are assessed by the Department on a case-by-case basis. All projects proposed by local authorities for consideration must comply with the requirements of the Infrastructure Guidelines and the Department's Transport Appraisal Framework. Given the limited funding available for regional and local road improvement works it is important for local authorities to prioritise projects within their overall area of responsibility with these requirements in mind.

In this regard, it is my understanding that Kerry County Council are examining options for Listry Bridge, considering the needs and objectives, and deciding how best to progress to ensure value for money.