A total of €7 million has been allcated to Cork County Council to deliver infrastructure projects in Carrigaline and Kanturk.

The Council has secured €6.4 million from the Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage, under the Urban Regeneration & Development Fund, for the delivery of the Carrigaline Western Relief Road, which will support the sustainable development of the town centre and surrounds, in line with the objectives of the National Planning Framework and National Development Plan. The funding application follows the Council’s completion of advance works in Carrigaline earlier this year to avoid possible delays in the delivery of the overall project. The Council will appoint a contractor for the main works soon, with the expectation of commencing construction in early 2021 and completion within 18 months of starting. The Western Relief Road will be 750m in length and will include a new bridge to cross the Owenboy River.

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Cork County Council has also secured €743,400 from the Department of Community and Rural Development, under the Rural Regeneration and Development Fund, to deliver the Kanturk Link Road, to relieve traffic congestion and allow for the ongoing development of the town. Tenders have been received by the Council and a contractor will be selected soon, with construction expected to commence in early 2021 and see completion within 9 months of starting. The 410m link road will include cycle lanes and footpaths to improve accessibility and enhance road safety for all road users.

Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr. Mary Linehan Foley welcomed the developments and said: "The communities of Kanturk and Carrigaline will see huge benefits from these projects, alleviating congestion, improving safety and supporting the future developments of their towns. These benefits will not only enhance the social, business and community life of Carrigaline and Kanturk residents, but also the surrounding communities that these towns serve. This is fantastic news for Cork County, and I am delighted to welcome it’s announcement."