Colm Burke
Question:146. Deputy Colm Burke asked the Minister for Transport to provide an update on the progress of the northern distributor road, Cork; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [34133/25]
View answerTuesday, 24 June 2025
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As the Deputy may be aware, the Northern Distributor Multi-Modal Route, which will link the N22 (Carrigrohane Road) to Glanmire, was established in the Cork Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy. It is intended that the Northern Distributor Multi-Modal Route will include both car traffic and bus lanes, as well as cycling and pedestrian facilities.
In December of 2023, the National Transport Authority (NTA) approved a Strategic Assessment Report (SAR) for the project. The approval of the SAR authorised Cork City Council to proceed with the next stage of the project, namely the route selection stage.
Cork City Council launched a public consultation on the emerging preferred route for this project earlier this year. That process is now completed and the Public Consultation Report is being finalised. It is expected that the Preliminary Design stage of the project will commence before the end of the year.
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.