Construction on course to start later this year

While Covid-19 is rightly the primary focus of Government at present plans continue to progress on important infrastructure projects including the Moycullen bypass.

The long tailbacks daily have been bad for commuters, local residents and local businesses. However, the Moycullen bypass is on track with the final business case under consideration by Transport Infrastructure Ireland.

In addition to regular contact with Galway County Council and the Department of Transport, Minister Shane Ross has confirmed that tender documents are almost complete and that pre-qualification for contractors will take place next month. It is expected that tender documents will be issued to a shortlist of contractors later in the summer with construction expected to start later this year.

As with all capital projects the final approval for the bypass will rest with the new government when it is in place. The bypass is part of a number of projects, including the Connemara Greenway and Bus Connects that are essential for improving transport and mobility in Connemara and will benefit not just Moycullen but all communities in the region when delivered.