Irish Examiner view: Ireland's poor infrastructure is affecting our communities

A good road network is hugely important, given the greater mobility and flexibility of our citizens when it comes to work, for instance. Ireland’s attractiveness as a location for industry is also bolstered by our connectivity. File picture: OSM

Infrastructural problems have beset Ireland for many years — decades, in some cases.

For instance, there was good news lately for residents in the Lehenaghmore section of Cork city with the announcement of a road and pedestrian safety project after it had stalled for two years.