Sinn Féin Councillor for North Clondalkin, Lucan and Palmerstown, Derren Ó Brádaigh has welcomed the response he received from South Dublin County Council regarding the construction of a new footpath on Fonthill Road.
Ó Brádaigh said: “The area in question is situated on the Fonthill Road and concerns the absent section of public pathway that local residents and pedestrians alike need, when walking from the path that adjoins Rowlagh Crescent to the Fonthill Road.
“This is a significant section representing approximately 200 metres where pedestrians are forced into taking an unnecessary risk to walk within the bus lane in order to reach the nearby 40 and 51D bus stop or indeed simply travelling in that direction.
“South Dublin County Council management have agreed to include this new section of pathway in their footpath programme of upgrades 2022.
“In the original response to the motion, it was pointed out that there was a structural obstacle that represents approximately ten feet, however having made the case during the meeting, it was accepted that this should not inhibit a much needed 200 metre long section of essential path.
“There can be no compromise when it comes to matters of road safety and facilitating upgrades and improvements, that not only seek to improve upon connectivity and pedestrian safety but also ensure that motorists are protected on our roads too.
“I commend the council for agreeing to this.”