Huge step forward for Southern Relief Road in Carlow as Council announces new appointments

Carlow County Council have announced a new step forward in the advancement of the Carlow Southern Relief Road project with the appointment of new consultants for the project.

The Council have announced that the Roughan and O’Donovan Ltd. / AECOM Ireland Ltd. Alliance have been appointment to help take the project forward.

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Following the announcement, Cathaoirleach of Carlow County Council, Cllr. Fergal Browne said, “I warmly welcome the appointment of consultants to this project, which marks an important step forward and I look forward to seeing the project progress through the phases. The Carlow Southern Relief Road is a critical infrastructural development for our County. It will not only improve the quality of life for residents by alleviating congestion but also provide significant opportunities for growth and development in the region when complete. I commend the Department of Transport for their continued dedication to Carlow and the region”

The objectives of the development of the Carlow Southern Relief Road extends to:
- Reduce the volume of the vehicular traffic in the town centre,
- Reduce the mode share of car transport,
- Increase cycling as a mode share,
- Increase bus transport as a mode share.

Mayor of Carlow Municipal District, Cllr. Fintan Phelan said, “I am delighted with this great news and to see plans progressing to bring the Carlow Southern Relief Road to fruition. This significant infrastructure project will enhance the quality of life for those living in Carlow Town and will boost the local economy by alleviating congestion in the Town”.