Michael Cahill (Kerry, Fianna Fail)
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26. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if an urgent examination can be conducted of a section of the Ring of Kerry road, at Fossa, Killarney, given that there are very real health and safety issues, and a general consensus that the road is simply too narrow; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [24625/25]

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 regarding the N72.

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.