Roadworks cause trade to fall 50%, say stores decline

TRADERS on one of Limerick city’s oldest shopping thoroughfares are reporting losses of up to 50% as multi- million euro road improvements continue in the city.

Limerick City Council has confirmed the final stage of works on William Street will not be completed until early next year.

Concerned business owners fear shops will be forced to close on the street because of the disruptions caused by the road works which have resulted in a major decline in footfall.