Transport officials told Eamon Ryan that controversial road is 'crucial' to Limerick regeneration

Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications and Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan TD has reservations about the Coonagh-Knockalisheen scheme. Picture: Gareth Chaney/ Collins Photos

Transport Minister Eamon Ryan was told by officials that a road project in Limerick was a “crucial component” of regeneration in the area and had a very high cost-benefit ratio.

Mr Ryan had caused division within the Government after saying the Coonagh-Knockalisheen scheme needed further consideration as part of a review of the city’s development needs and within the National Development Plan.