Eleven Galway bus stops to be upgraded for enhancement programme
A number of locations have been identified
Eleven Galway bus stops will be upgraded as part of a new enhancement programme across the city.
Galway City Councillor Josie Forde said this programme will lead to improved shelters making it safer and more accessible for users.
She said: “I’m delighted to see progress being made on the Bus Stop Enhancement Programme in Galway City.
“As a councillor for the Galway City Central Ward, I’ve been raising concerns around bus stop facilities and the need for better, safer and more accessible stops for residents.”
She added: “A number of locations across the city have now been identified for upgrades, including new shelters, replacement shelters, improved stop facilities and Kassel kerbs.”
Stops included in this initial programme are:
* Manor Drive, Kingston Road
* Hawthorn Drive, Renmore
* Doughiska Road South, Roscam – new stops
* An Sílín, Cappagh Road
* Loyola Park, College Road
* Bayview Heights, Mervue
* St James’ Road, Mervue
* McDara Road, Shantalla
* Ballybrit Heights, The Meadows
* Scoil Bhríde, Shantalla
* Parkmore
Councillor Forde finished by telling members of the public to get in touch if they felt there was any bus stops not included that should be on the next phase.
She said: “I’ll continue to keep an eye on the progress of the works and push for further improvements across the Central Ward and Galway City.
“If there’s a bus stop in your area that you feel needs improvement, please get in touch with me.“