Kilmeen Cross action group calls for urgent rethink of T junction proposal

Galway Bay fm newsroom - The Kilmeen Cross action group argues plans for a T-junction at the dangerous intersection need to be urgently reconsidered in the interest of safety.

The group argues a T-junction would give the old N6 regional road priority over the national N65 route.

Meanwhile, plans to install long awaited safety barriers near the cross are moving forward with tender documents being drafted by Transport Infrastructure Ireland.

Kilmeen action group argues the proposal to introduce a T-junction goes against standards and would create tailbacks and safety issues.

More at 9 from spokesperson Jackie Flannery who argues that if lighting is not an option, then a roundabout structure should be explored...