Debate contribution: Prince Charles Way Roundabout
Debate contribution by Ms Liz Kimmins on .
- MLA
- Ms Liz Kimmins
- Party at the time
- Sinn Féin
- Date
- 22 September 2026
- Type
- Debate contribution (made as a minister)
- Business
- Oral Answers to Questions
- Heading
- Prince Charles Way Roundabout
- Assembly identifier
- Official Report component 5739678
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As someone who has always been raising those issues in my constituency, I know how important it is to get safe crossings and what the Department calls "local transport and safety measures" to enhance road safety in all constituencies. The answer that I provided to the previous Member outlines some of the challenges and complexities that are associated with something that could look straightforward but that has a number of considerations that have to be taken into account when going through the process. We have clear guidance and policy on how we assess and on the criteria against which those assessments are carried out in determining what meets the assessment criteria. Some applications probably move more quickly than others depending on the location. It would not be fair for me to say that that is the case for all, because sometimes it is not. Budget is also an issue, and we have lists that are prioritised. I mentioned in my previous response that that location was on the list. A number of factors can have an impact on timescales. Whilst I have a limited budget, I have so far identified £8·4 million in my budget for this year to maximise road safety benefits, where we are looking at having more crossings and such things that can improve road safety and enhance active travel opportunities by enabling people to walk or cycle safely. My particular focus is on children and young people, because, if we can start to develop those norms, they will always do it. I hope that that explains how we get to that point, but, if the Member wishes to raise specific locations, she can write to me.
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