Dáil Éireann - Volume 438 - 09 February, 1994

Written Answers. - County Kildare Bypass Drainage Provisions.

Mr. Durkan Mr. Durkan

162. Mr. Durkan asked the Minister for the Environment whether he has satisfied himself that the drainage provisions for the N4 by-pass in the area of Maynooth, County Kildare were deemed adequate by his Department when sanction of the motorway scheme was given; if a review of the matter would now be beneficial; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

Minister for the Environment (Mr. Smith) Michael Smith

Minister for the Environment (Mr. Smith): The then Minister for the Environment by Order dated 17 June 1988 approved by motorway scheme for the Kilcock-Maynooth-Leixlip bypass subject to modifications. The provisions in this motorway scheme relating to drainage are considered satisfactory. The National Roads Authority has, since 1 January 1994, overall responsibility for the planning and supervision of works for the construction and maintenance of national roads, including schemes which are in progress.

Dáil Éireann 438 Written Answers. County Kildare Bypass Drainage Provisions.

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