Set the alarm earlier as school traffic returns this week in Limerick
AS PUPILS prepare to embark on a new academic year, Limerick City and County Council reminds motorists to factor in additional travel time for the back to school journey with increased traffic on the roads.
Emphasising the importance of staying informed about potential disruptions on regular travel routes to schools and colleges, Brian Kennedy, director for transportation and mobility at Limerick City and County Council, encourages all commuters to manage their travel plans.
"With the commencement of the academic season, traffic volume naturally surges on our thoroughfares across the city and county. Road maintenance is a year-round necessity and you may find some changes on your usual route after the summer break.
"We encourage road users to be familiar with potential delays on their normal routes to work, schools and colleges. Preparedness ensures a smoother transition into the academic year for yourself and your family," said Mr Kennedy.
Strategic route planning in advance remains a proven method to optimise travel time for all commuters during peak hours.
Changes and road advisory notices to be aware of in the city and county:
Improved road crossings and new footpaths have been developed for school access on O’ Donoghue Avenue and Casement Avenue outside Our Lady Queen of Peace National School in Janesboro, Limerick city.
Ongoing works on Childers Road between Roxboro Roundabout and Ballinacurra Road, Limerick city. An intermittent stop/go system is operating.
Honan’s Quay in Limerick city will reopen to traffic on September 1 at 6pm. Traffic control measures are in effect until September 15 to facilitate a new ground mural.
As a result of revitalisation works there is a new road layout on O’Connell Street in Limerick city.
A full list of road notices can be found at Council Newsroom | Limerick.ie
There will be diversions on R523 Ardagh to Reens Pike Road until December 1, 2023 to facilitate the installation of ducting.
The L-7047 Barbers Bridge, Templeglantine West / Glengort North is closed until Friday October 20, 2023 to facilitate bridge rehabilitation works.
Sisk plan to complete railway modification works on the Limerick - Foynes railway crossing at the N18 underpass on Rosbrien Road, Limerick from Wednesday August 30, 2023 to Friday September 1, 2023.
The R519 Murphy’s Cross Adare to Ballingarry road is closed until December 1, 2023 from its junction with the N21 at Murphy’s Cross in Adare to its junction with the R518 in Ballingarry village. This is to facilitate macadam overlay works.
Stay ahead of the curve by incorporating this road advisory into your travel plans, urges the council.