An Taisce calls a halt to its attempt to stop N86 upgrade

An Taisce has said it is the “end of the road” — legally — for its bid to stop the multi-million-euro upgrade of the N86 road to Dingle, but warns that Europe will take a dim view of the decision.

The heritage organisation had argued for more comprehensive environmental studies into the straightening and widening of the scenic route to ensure that work was properly done.

The €69m project, which will include cycle paths, is being completed in two phases — a small section, near Camp, was completed three years ago.