Infrastructure Works In Newry, Mourne And Down

The Department for Infrastructure has updated Newry, Mourne and Down District Council members on works in the area.”Mr Richardson advised that a number of schemes to improve the network had been undertaken including reconfiguration of traffic signals at the Bryansford Avenue/Shimna Road junction in Newcastle and changes to the road markings at the A7 Belfast Road Roundabout in Downpatrick to improve lane discipline and address collision history at this location.These works will serve to improve both road safety and traffic progression. Other recently completed schemes include public realm works at Irish Street, Downpatrick, a Park & Ride facility at Sheepbridge with over 100 spaces and a shared footway / cycletrack and two new TOUCAN crossings linking Carnbane Road along Shepherds Way to the canal tow path in Newry.These projects will provide widespread benefits to both the local community and enhance provision for all those walking and cycling, as well as those using roads in the Newry Mourne and Down District Council area.