This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM
Government has announced an increase of 10 percent in funding for Galway Roads this year.
More than €45m has been allocated to Galway City and County Council for repairs and upgrades, as well as safety works and new signage.
The largest single allocation this year is €1.7m for the R332 Kilbannon Road Improvement Scheme.
Local Councillor Ollie Turner says the Kilbannon project is absolutely vital.
Junior Minister for Transport and Galway East TD Sean Canney says the 9 percent boost in overall road funding this year is welcome – but there can always be more.
Here are the details of the funding for roads for Galway County Council:
Here are the details of the funding for roads for Galway City Council:
