Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 16 December 2025
294. Deputy Paul Lawless asked the Minister for Transport the estimated costs incurred by the State in responding to accidents on the N68 and N67, over the past five years, including Garda response, emergency services, road closures, diversions, and recovery operations; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [71925/25]
Amharc ar fhreagraAs 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 N67 and N68.
The Government is committed to reducing road deaths and creating safer roads for everyone in Ireland.
Matters in relation to emergency services and Garda response times would not fall under my remit as Minister for Transport. Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply in relation to any costs incurred by TII in relation to accidents on the N67 and N68. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
