Written answer
Road Network
The Minister referred the proposed M7/N7 bus lane between Kingswood and Rathcoole to Transport Infrastructure Ireland for a direct response.
251. Deputy Mark Wall asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the provision of a bus lane on the M7/N7 from J2 Kingswood to J4 Rathcoole. [64985/26]
Comment on this
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 provision of a bus lane on the M7/N7.
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.