National Development Plan will lead to continuing regional imbalance says local TD
A Sligo/Leitrim TD says there’s ‘a black hole’ at the heart of the government’s National Development Plan because of its emphasis on city growth that will result in continuing regional imbalance. Independent Deputy Marian Harkin says she is ‘beyond disappointed’ the plan does not aim for a balanced approach but,…
Greenway links from west to east through border region included in Development Plan
An all-island greenway network, which would include linking the Atlantic coast with the eastern seaboard through the border region, has been included in the National Development Plan. The Public Expenditure Minister has insisted safeguards are in place to ensure value for money on the new Plan. Michael McGrath says external…
North west projects need to be included in revised National Development Plan
The Eastern Garavogue Bridge project and the Western Rail Corridor need to remain part of the government’s revised National Development Plan, according to two local representatives. The plan was due to run to 2027 but the Government decided to revise it in part to factor in newer 2030 climate targets…