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LISTEN BACK: Is a bypass the wrong solution for traffic in Ballymahon?

Jun 4, 2026 11:36
By Shannonside News
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LISTEN BACK: Is a bypass the wrong solution for traffic in Ballymahon?

Plans for a bypass of Ballymahon have been dismissed by one local community activist.

Niall Dowler of the Ballymahon Community Information Partnership believes better traffic management is needed instead.

He was speaking following a joint motion by councillors at this week's Municipal District meeting.

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Councillors want a bypass on the N55 to reduce traffic flow and improve road safety.

Niall says that's not the right solution to traffic jams in the town:

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