The Chambers of Commerce in Cork and Limerick have given a broad welcome to the news that the preferred route for the Cork -Limerick road project has been revealed and will see a mixed-modal transport solution
Cork Chambers say the solution is essential to de-congesting and transforming towns along the route that typically see heavy and dangerous traffic conditions
The route would see the towns of Mallow, Buttevant and Charleville bypassed, the establishment of an 80km active cycle and walking corridor as part of the Cork to Limerick Greenway, and enhanced public transport corridors provided via rail and bus services with additional and more frequent services
The Transport Minister Eamon Ryan says today’s announcement is an important step forward in progressing a range of transportation solutions connecting Limerick and Cork as identified in the Government’s National Development Plan
The announcement was made this lunchtime and the next phase will now see the project delivery team consult with local land owners, businesses and wider communities
