Roadworks taking place in Birr from today

Road improvement works will be taking place across several parts of Birr from today (Tuesday, June 2) until Friday, June 5.

The improvement works will be taking place on the following roads: L-8010 Aghagurty. R-421 Mossfield, L-7004 Rathgibbon, L-8002 Currabeg, L-7033 The Pass back to Rath. The works are included in the 2026 Roads Programme.

The roads involved will be closed for up to two days during the works and local diversions will be in place.

Speaking about the road improvements, Cllr Eleanor Clendennen said: “Following representations I made on behalf of local residents and road users, a number of these roads were prioritised for improvement. I thank the area engineer and his team for their continued work in delivering these important projects.”