Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 1 July 2026
127. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Transport to prioritise a bypass for Killorglin town, County Kerry; if consideration will be given to the fact that Laune bridge is the gateway to the Iveragh peninsula and 14,000 vehicles pass through the town on a daily basis; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [50279/26]
View answerAs 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, design 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 in relation to a bypass of Killorglin.
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.
