Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 April 2024
230. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Transport if changes can be made to the current LIS rules in order that roads in west Donegal will qualify for the scheme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14689/24]
View answerThe Local Government Act 2001 provides the statutory basis for a Local Improvement Scheme (LIS). Under that scheme, funding can be provided to local authorities for the construction and improvement of non-public roads (that is roads not taken in charge by local authorities) which meet the criteria set out in the Act.
My Department provides grant assistance to local authorities for the maintenance of public roads; the Department of Transport does not operate a LIS. The Department of Rural and Community Development is providing funding for the LIS, I suggest the Deputy's question be directed to that Department for response.
