Following the recent completion of works over the River Erne, the contractor Ferrovial Agroman PT McWilliams Ltd JV have indicated that they are now in a position to fully open the bridge section of the N3 Belturbet Bypass thus completing the entire 6.7km of the bypass.

Minister for Transport, Tourism & Sport Leo Varadkar said: "This project completion will improve road safety and assist with local and regional economic development along the N3 corridor. I wish everyone safe travel over the coming holidays, and I would like to congratulate Cavan County Council, the National Roads Authority and the contractor for its successful completion."

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Fred Barry, CEO National Roads Authority said: "The bridge opening is welcomed. I would like thank residents and the general public for their patience during the construction phase which included on-going traffic diversions. The full benefits of the scheme will now be realised by all those travelling along the N3. Additionally, I congratulate Cavan County Council, our own NRA team and the Contractor for its delivery."

(CD/MH)