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Children from Our Lady of Lourdes NS, the Mid-West School for the Deaf and Our Lady Queen of Peace NS pictured at the launch of the Childers Road Active Travel Scheme | PICTURE: Don Moloney
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A MULTI-MILLION euro Active Travel route has won a prestigious award at the Irish Construction Excellence Awards (ICE Awards).
The Childers Road Active Travel Route and the Active Travel team at Limerick City and County Council won the award in the Public Realm Up to €5M category.
The Childers Road Active Travel Scheme connects the east to the west of the city, linking Dooradoyle and Raheen with the University of Limerick (UL) and Castletroy.
Specifically, the scheme spans from the Kilmallock Road to the Ballinacurra Road junction, incorporating new cycle lanes, improved footpaths, upgraded bus stops, pedestrian-controlled crossings, and signalised junctions.
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Acting director of service, transportation and mobility at Limerick Council, Hugh McGrath, said: “This award is a recognition of the hard work and innovative approaches our team has employed to enhance Limerick's infrastructure.
“The Childers Road project is a prime example of how we can create safer, more sustainable travel options that benefit the entire community.”
Founded in 1993, the ICE Awards are the premier recognition of performance excellence in construction across Ireland. The award was presented during a Gala Night celebrating the pursuit and achievement of excellence in construction.
As part of the Limerick Shannon Metropolitan Area Transport Strategy, the Childers Road scheme contributes to the development of a strategic walking route and is a key element of the cycle network, aligning with the goals outlined in the Limerick Development Plan 2022-2028.
The project primarily focused on improving safety, accessibility, and sustainable travel modes for local residents, commuters, students, and businesses.
Cathaoirleach of the Limerick Metropolitan District, Cllr Kieran O’Hanlon, said: “These initiatives not only improve connectivity and safety but also promote healthier lifestyles and contribute to our environmental goals. Well done to all involved.”
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