Regeneration of Cork's MacCurtain St could start before the end of the year

A range of works are planned to revamp MacCurtain St, including the introduction of a two-way traffic flow system and a reduced speed limit

Drawings of the changes planned for MacCurtain St and the surrounding area, with proposals in place for improved pedestrian, cycling and public transport facilities.

Work on the multi-million euro regeneration of Cork’s historic MacCurtain St could start before the end of the year as part of a wider public transport upgrade.

It follows the publication of tender documents for the MacCurtain St Public Transport Improvement Scheme – the latest phase of Cork City Council’s City Centre Movement Strategy (CCMS), which has been designed to deliver major benefits for bus passengers, cyclists and pedestrians.