Pa Daly (Kerry, Sinn Fein)
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293. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has discussed with the NTA its plans to close parking spots on motorways; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [16786/25]

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.

TII produced an update Motorway Service Area Policy in 2023 which reflects current transport policy direction and considerations on road safety, refuelling and recharging requirements (see www.tii.ie/media/2colfx0t/tii-msa-policy-2023.pdf).

Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply updating you as to the implementation of this policy. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.