Bid to allay traders’ fears over planned roadworks in Clonakilty

An artist’s impression of Clonakilty’s proposed new streetscape is to be erected in the West Cork town as part of a move to allay traders’ fears about the commercial impact of planned roadworks.

A series of public events will also be deliberately located in areas affected by the work, while the county council has agreed to stop work during the main tourist season, and communicate closely with Clonakilty Chamber of Commerce throughout the process.

The controversial €2m road resurfacing project will cut through the heart of the picturesque town, but the Chamber of Commerce has moved to allay the fears of the local business community about the impact on the town.