Dáil Éireann Debate, Wednesday - 17 June 2026
31. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Transport if he will provide a greenway sustainability payment to all landowners impacted by the south Kerry greenway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46532/26]
Amharc ar fhreagra40. Deputy Michael Cahill asked the Minister for Transport to provide a sustainability payment for all landowners along the south Kerry greenway; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [46226/26]
Amharc ar fhreagraI propose to take Questions Nos. 31 and 40 together.
As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to Greenways. To date, there has been a significant amount of investment for Greenway schemes in County Kerry, with €9,950,000 allocated in 2026 alone.
In line with Section 32 (2) of the Roads Act 1993, the planning, design, and construction of individual Greenways is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned.
The Code of Practice for National and Regional Greenways includes information on the acquisition of private lands for developing Greenways and eligibility criteria for sustainability payments. The Code acknowledges the important role of farmers and landowners in the process. It outlines the procedures to ensure that they are treated fairly and equitably. TII are tasked with maintaining the Code; the current iteration of the Code expires at the end of the year.
Noting the above position, I have referred your question, on this occasion, to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.
