A series of important sewer network upgrades have begun in Celbridge.

Uisce Éireann is collaborating with Kildare and South Dublin County Councils to develop these upgrades, which will improve the existing sewer network for residents, and protect the environment by reducing the risk of sewer overflows into the River Liffey.

The next phase of this project, which will recommence over the coming days, will involve the upgrade of the wastewater network on the Dublin Road, Celbridge (R403). Since the works commenced in July 2022 more than two thirds of the upgrade works on the Dublin Road (R403) have been completed and it is expected that all works will be completed by early Autumn of this year. In total, across Celbridge and South Dublin, 5kms of new sewers will be installed.

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In order to facilitate this new phase of works between Youngs Cross and Lucan Road Junction a road closure will take place from 9pm, Friday 28 April until the early morning of Tuesday, 02 May along the Dublin Road (R403) and during the late evening of Friday, 05 May until early morning on Monday, 08 May with a diversion in place via the R404 (Barnhall Road). Uisce Éireann has targeted the completion of these works for specific times when roads will be less busy, and schools are closed in order to minimise disruption to the local community.

Commenting on the project, Padraig Hanly, Regional Delivery Lead at Uisce Éireann said: "Working with our colleagues in Kildare and South Dublin County Councils, we are very happy with the progress being made on this vital project. A sewer network that is fit for purpose is essential in order to support business and social development in the community. These works will support existing and future residential and commercial development while also improving the overall performance of the sewer network.

"We fully understand that the works may cause disruption to commuters and local road users and our crews will continue to make every effort to minimise disruption and complete the project as quickly as possible. We thank the people of Celbridge for their patience as these works progress and know that the long-term benefits will far outweigh the short-term inconvenience."