Lar Power looks forward to greater 'connectivity' for Kilkenny drivers

The upgrade of the N24 will improve 'connectivity between the towns and cities across the South Eastern Region' according to Chief Executive of Kilkenny County Council, Lar Power. 

The local authority, in partnership with Tipperary County Council, Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) and the Department of Transport (DoT) are developing the N24 Waterford to Cahir Project. A project which is expected to be of benefit to a large number of Kilkenny drivers.

The project is included in the National Development Plan 2021-2030.  

Following the Public Consultation to inform the Constraints Study in May/June 2021, and the second Public Consultation on Alternatives and Options in May 2022, a Public Display of the Preferred Transport Solution will begin on Tuesday, January 23 following a briefing to elected representatives and will run until February 9.

"I am delighted to see we are now at route option selection stage for this scheme and I wish to commend Transport Infrastructure Ireland for their engagement with us in advancing this critical piece of transport infrastructure. The development and completion of a transport solution along the N24 is critical to sustain and grow the economy of the region as a whole and further to enhance the safety of all road users.," Mr Power said.

"The upgrading of the N24 is a priority for Tipperary County Council. This infrastructure will improve connectivity between the towns and cities across the South Eastern Region and we acknowledge the significant economic and social benefits that derive from such investments," the Kilkenny Chief Executive concluded.

The Preferred Transport Solution will be showcased locally at an in-person public display in the Mooncoin Community Hall on Thursday, January 25 from 2pm to 8pm.

Events will also be hosted in Cahir, Clonmel and Carrick-on-Suir.

All of the information presented at the in-person events will be available through the dedicated website: www.n24waterford2cahir.ie throughout the display period from January 23 until February 9.

Project brochures will be available at the four events or you can request a brochure by contacting us on 056-779-4380 during office hours, Monday to Friday or by emailing: N24waterford2cahir@kilkennycoco.ie. 

Maps of the Preferred Transport Solution Corridor will also be available to view at Kilkenny County Council Library, Belmont Road, Ferrybank (Ferrybank, via Waterford, X91 D211) and Tipperary County Council Civic Offices (Emmett Street, Clonmel, E91 N512) from January 29 until February 9.

Property owners or reputed property owners whose property lies within the Preferred Transport Solution Corridor will be notified directly and will have an opportunity to meet with the project team throughout the display period.