John Connolly (Galway West, Fianna Fail)
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222. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport the progress made to facilitate the progression of the N59 between Bunnakill and Claremont in County Galway to the construction phase of this project; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [32221/25]

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 planning 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.

With regard to the N59 between Bunnakill and Claremount, I can confirm that €100,000 has been allocated by TII for the progression of this scheme in 2025.

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