Written answers
Tuesday, 4 November 2025
Department of Transport, Tourism and Sport
Road Safety
Cathal Crowe (Clare, Fianna Fail)
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364. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if his Department will examine a roadway (details supplied) to establish if a reason for a recent uptick in collisions along the stretch can be determined, and measures taken to improve safety; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [59064/25]
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 in relation to the M18/N18 between Ennis and Cratloe.
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.
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