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Funding confirmed for new €2m pedestrian walkway at Wolfe Tone Bridge

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Funding confirmed for new €2m pedestrian walkway at Wolfe Tone Bridge

Galway Bay fm newsroom - Funding has been confirmed for a planned new multi-million euro pedestrian walkway at Wolfe Tone Bridge in the city.

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The project on the south side of the bridge would mirror the larger walkway already in place on the opposite side.

A planning application was submitted by Galway City Council last week and is open for observations until June 9th.

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Galway West TD and Junior Minister Hildegarde Naughton has confirmed the National Transport Authority is committed to fully funding the proposed walkway, pending approval.

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There would also be a new signalised rainbow pride crossing on the eastern approach to the bridge, which is located near Spanish Arch.

Fine Gael Minister Naughton says it's a hugely important measure in improving active travel in Galway City.

Funding confirmed for new €2m pedestrian walkway at Wolfe Tone Bridge

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