Residents angry after Limerick link road approved

Battle lines have been drawn in Limerick over a decision by the City and County Council to give the go-ahead for a roadway linking Annacotty in the eastern suburbs to Parteen on the western side of the city.

Business and industry leaders say the road is essential to make the National Technological Park more accessible. The park, adjacent to the University of Limerick campus, is one of the most important industry hubs in the country and park management say a new access road is critically important to sustain growth.

However, residents’ groups say the road is being built across a major flood plain and displaced water will pose a serious threat to housing over a wide area.