Residents in Tipperary share concerns about condition of road surface during ongoing works

Some residents of the town of Cahir in Tipperary have shared their concerns regarding the condition of a road surface in the centre of the town. 

Residents who were concerned about the condition of the road surface immediately adjacent to the Cahir Post Office during ongoing roadworks reached out to Cathal Ó hÉanna, Sinn Féin’s local representative in Cahir.

Cathal said that he has welcomed a commitment from Tipperary County Council to address the concerns raised by local residents regarding the condition of the road surface during works outside Cahir Post Office.

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“Over recent weeks, motorists and residents have contacted me with serious concerns about unmarked holes, uneven surfaces, and mounds of tarmac along the open lane of the road. These issues have created unnecessary hazards for drivers, particularly during the darker autumn mornings, with some residents reporting near damage to their vehicles.

"I raised these matters directly with the Council, who have acknowledged the situation, apologised for the inconvenience caused, and confirmed that contractors carrying out the works have now been instructed to apply a temporary asphalt surface to level the trenches and prevent further deterioration.

"This is a welcome step, and I will continue to monitor the situation to ensure that the works are completed to a standard that guarantees road safety for all who use it. Local residents deserve safe and accessible roads, and I will continue to work on their behalf to make sure these standards are upheld," he concluded. 

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