Construction works have commenced on the Lehenaghmore Road Improvement Scheme, Cork City Council has announced.

The project, funded by the National Transport Authority, takes in the area from Tramore Road Roundabout up the L2455 Pouladuff Road, extending southwards to Barrett's Junction. From there, the scheme follows the L2454 Togher Road from Barrett's Junction northwest and downhill near to Route 14 bar.

When completed, the scheme will deliver new footpaths and safe pedestrian crossings, improved junctions and sightlines, new public transport and cycle facilities, and improved public lighting and traffic calming solutions.

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Works that will be carried out in the scheme include: Road re-alignment and widening and resurfacing; Renewal and widening of existing footpaths, and new footpath construction; Construction of a new pedestrian/cycle bridge, adjacent to the railway bridge on Matthew Hill; Installation of new and improved bus stops; Construction of new cycling facilities; Signalisation of the Forge Hill junction; Junction improvements at Barrett's Junction; Landscaping and planting; New stormwater drainage systems; New energy-efficient and environmentally sensitive public lighting; Construction of new retaining walls.

The works are expected to last approximately 18 months and will be carried out in phases, in order to minimise disruption to residents. Updates to works will be provided to the public on Cork City Council's social media platforms and on the project webpage, as well as to residents by the contractor’s on-site dedicated stakeholder liaison officer.