Changes planned for bus stops between Naas and Newbridge

Changes to a site located between the towns of Newbridge and Naas are being sought.

Fine Gael councillor Peggy O'Dwyer put forward a question about the area at the latest Kildare-Newbridge Municipal District (MD) meeting, which was held on Wednesday, May 17.

She asked Kildare County Council: "Can the council provide an update on what is planned for the Toughers bus stop area which is presently on a grass margin with no safe pedestrian crossing, in light of the recently installed upgraded bus stop opposite Willowbrook Nursing home on the R445?"

Her sentiments were echoed by Social Democrats Cllr Chris Pender.

Cllr O'Dwyer added: "Personally, I would prefer a depot-style stop."

KCC told her in response: "The Sustainable Transport Section is currently designing an upgrade to the stops on both sides of the R445 west of the existing roundabout.

"This design includes new bus shelters and improvements to pedestrian facilities."

KCC added: "The design will be discussed with the MD members prior to a public consultation process in Q3 2023."