Public Works (Ireland) Act, 1836

Advances for repair of bridges may be made by commissioners of public works.

15. It shall and may be lawful to and for the said commissioners of public works, with the consent and approval of the Treasury, to make advances under this Act or the Acts herein-before recited for the building, rebuilding, or repairing of public bridges on lines of turnpike roads; provided the repayment of such advance be adequately secured upon the tolls of such turnpike roads, or other adequate security.