Merger efficiencies would benefit area’s infrastructure

The National Roads Authority is closely involved with both Cork City and Cork County Councils in regards to the national road network, and related planning and land use matters.

The Government intends transferring the functions of the Railway Procurement Agency to the authority late this year, forming what will be called Transport Infrastructure Ireland, so we are likely to also be involved with the councils on public transportation matters.

Our analysis illustrates both councils are affected by almost any major development on the national road network in the city or county, and that the operation of the network is, in turn, affected by decisions made by both Councils in relation to planning and land use.