Square redevelopment goes ahead despite opposition to tree felling

THE redevelopment of Galway’s central park has begun amid continuing controversy over the felling of trees.

Builders are erecting transparent fencing in a €5m project to rehabilitate Eyre Square, which has fallen into decline in recent years.

Within the next 18 months, 76 trees will be cut down and replaced, one street adjoining the square will be completely pedestrianised and the rusted Galway Hooker sculpture will be moved.