Bandon revamp ‘will give people reason to be proud’

A multi-million-euro plan for the revamp of a Co Cork town has been unveiled. It includes new bypass roads, enhanced streetscapes, cycling lanes, safer pedestrianised areas and and restrictions on HGV traffic.

The Bandon Transportation and Public Realm Enhancement Plan, which has been prepared by Cork County Council and its consultants, will be launched when the town’s flood defences and new sewerage treatment project have been completed in early 2019.

Initially, work will focus on upgrading roads, footpaths and street furniture in the town centre, plus developing better traffic flow, while introducing a 30km/h speed limit and better public transport links.