Shane Moynihan (Dublin Mid West, Fianna Fail)
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241. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport what engagement he has had with South Dublin County Council regarding traffic congestion and road infrastructure in its administrative area, particularly in relation to access to the N7 and the M50. [36083/25]

Darragh O'Brien (Dublin Fingal East, Fianna Fail)
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I can confirm that I have had no engagements on this matter with South Dublin County Council

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.

Noting the above position, I have referred this to TII requesting an update on any plans for the N7 and M50. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

The improvement and maintenance of regional and local roads is the statutory responsibility of each local authority, in accordance with the provisions of Section 13 of the Roads Act 1993. Works on those roads are funded from Councils' own resources supplemented by State Road grants. The initial selection and prioritisation of works to be funded is a matter for the local authority.

As outlined in the 2025 Regional and Local Roads Grant Programme which I announced on the 14th of February this year, the Government is strongly committed to protecting the existing regional and local road network. This network is fundamental in maintaining social and economic connectivity, linking people and places across the country.

Grants provided by the Regional and Local Roads Division are primarily directed to local authorities outside Dublin. The four Dublin Authorities, Dun Laoghaire/Rathdown, Fingal, South Dublin and Dublin City, are required to self-fund their normal road works programmes as a result of these Councils’ Local Property Tax (LPT) receipts. Accordingly, these Councils do not feature in most of the grant programmes but are eligible for training grants and may apply for monies under the Strategic Grant programme and certain miscellaneous grants. The implementation of their annual road maintenance programmes is, therefore, the responsibility of each Council and I have no role in this process.

Frank Feighan (Sligo-Leitrim, Fine Gael)
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242. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport for an update on the progress of the N16 road from Sligo to Enniskillen, which has seen considerable progress over the years, namely the upgrade of sections around Glenfarne village and north of Sligo town; for an update on the provision of funding for the continued upgrading of this important road, which connects the northwest and Northern Ireland; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36105/25]

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. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you on the latest status on the projects on the N16.

There have been a number of minor works projects on the N16 that have received allocations from TII this year, including the N16 Lugatober Realignment, which was allocated €2.1 million and the N16 Glenfarne Road Safety Improvement Scheme, which received an allocation of €31,500 for 2025.

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.

Danny Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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243. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if any assessments have been carried out by TII to examine the potential impact on traffic flow of the removal of Daly’s roundabout from the N22 into Killarney; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36122/25]

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. 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. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.

Danny Healy-Rae (Kerry, Independent)
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244. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if any assessments have been carried out by TII to examine the potential impact on traffic flow of the narrowing of the carriageway on Pike Hill approaching Killarney; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36126/25]

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. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you regarding the N22 at Pike Hill.

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.