Almost €20 million of a funding boost for Limerick Active Travel projects

LIMERICK City and County Council’s Active Travel team has been allocated €18.5 million for the design, planning and construction of walking, wheeling and cycling infrastructure in 2026 by the National Transport Authority (NTA).
An additional €1.3 million has been allocated to the development of greenways and the national cycle network.
The Active Travel Programme funds segregated cycle lanes, new and improved footpaths, new pedestrian crossings, public transport infrastructure improvements, such as bus stops and bus shelters, and significant landscaping upgrades.
The investment will allow the Active Travel team in Limerick City and County Council to continue to progress its work on a number of key projects, including the under construction - TUS to City Centre Active Travel Scheme and the Corbally Road Safe Routes to School initiative.

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The Old Cratloe Road works are expected to begin construction imminently while the South Circular Road Active Travel Scheme and St Paul’s roundabout to Ballykeeffe roundabout are expected to begin construction in 2026.
Director of Transportation and Mobility with Limerick City and County Council, Patricia Liddy, said: “We are very pleased to receive this year’s allocation from the National Transport Authority, which will allow the Active Travel team to push ahead with an ambitious programme of works for 2026. Our focus is on creating a transport network that supports healthier travel patterns, reduces congestion and makes day‑to‑day journeys safer and more comfortable for people of all ages.”
Senior engineer with the Active Travel department at Limerick City and County Council, Sean McGlynn, added: “Several large projects, including the TUS to City Centre route, Old Cratloe Road and the Corbally Road Safe Routes to School scheme will continue through construction, while other major routes such as the South Circular Road and St. Paul’s to Ballykeeffe roundabout schemes are expected to begin on-site. Investment will continue in new and improved footpaths, crossings and pedestrian links in towns and villages across the county.”
Mayor of Limerick, John Moran, said: “One of my key ambitions as Mayor is for Limerick to become a leader in sustainable mobility. Walking and cycling connections offer genuine and safe travel alternatives, helping us build a transport networks that works for everyone. This year’s investment will allow us to continue improving the walking and cycling network in the city and in towns and villages around the county.”