Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail)
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309. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he will review congestion on the M3 approaching the Clonee/Damastown sections given it affects the 109X Cavan-Dublin Bus Eireann service (details supplied); if he will examine the feasibility of providing a dedicated bus lane on this approach to improve journey times and service reliability; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [63702/25]

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 M3 at Clonee.

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.

The National Transport Authority (NTA) Transport Strategy for the Greater Dublin Area 2022 – 2042 identified various zones of intervention along corridors on approach to Dublin City, including along the M3, for the development of Park and Ride facilities served by bus, heavy rail and light rail services.

The NTA is responsible for the planning and development of Park and Ride facilities.

Noting the NTA's responsibility in the matter, I have referred the Deputy's question to the NTA for a direct reply. Please contact my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 days.