Greater choice for walkers as more participate in scheme

WALKERS will have a far greater choice this year of well-maintained walkways countrywide because of increased participation in the Walks Scheme, which is based on mutual agreement and co-operation.

Community, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs Minister Éamon O Cuív said there are now 182 approved walks around the country, with 646 participants in the Walks Scheme.

About another 500 participants will come onto the scheme this summer. The number of approved walks where walkers are welcome continues to increase and should number 230 by the end of the year.