Kilcock to get park and ride facility soon

Construction is due to start on a Park and Ride facility in North Kildare with spaces for 100 vehicles.

Deputy Frank O'Rourke said: “The park and ride for Kilcock is a much needed resource for commuters. Working with local business people in Kilcock, I identified potential sites for the park and ride facility, and Kildare Co Co secured a suitable site, adjacent to the Lidl retail store.”

He said: “This facility, which is close to the town centre and public transport facilities, is a priority for all concerned. The response from all relevant stakeholders that I engaged with was very positive and Kilcock will now have its park and ride within the next couple months.”

Meanwhile,  the core Bus Eireann frequency on Route 115 to/from Kilcock will increase to every 30mins throughout the day, from September 3 next.

Deputy O'Rourke said: "We have seen the numbers using public transport from Kilcock increasing in recent years and we need to increase the capacity to cater for the increased demand. I am delighted that we are making progress and I will continue to press for further improvements.”