Major traffic operation planned for Limerick ahead of Munster SHC final
MOTORISTS are being advised that a major traffic management plan will be in place in Limerick city ahead of this Sunday's Munster SHC final at TUS Gaelic Grounds.
The match, between Limerick and Clare, throws-in at 1.45 and gardai say traffic diversions and road closures will be in place around the Ennis road and surrounding areas from 11.30am.
In a public notice, Limerick City and County Council has confirmed the routes that will be closed. They include Union Cross/Ennis Road, Shelbourne Road and Lower Shelbourne Road and the Ennis Road from Henry Street to Ivan’s Cross - read more here.
Supporters from both counties are being urged to park in a safe and legal manner and to arrive at the venue early with the pre-match entertainment starting at 11.45am.
A capacity-crowd of more than 40,000 supporters are expected to attend the highly-anticipated fixture which is a repeat of the 2022 final.
Speaking ahead of the final, Mayor of the city and county of Limerick, Cllr Francis Foley, said: “There is nothing to compare with the atmosphere on Munster final match day and to have this game at our home ground is a major boost for Limerick. Hopefully we will be celebrating another victory for John Kiely and his men. Let’s all pull on our green and white jersey’s and show our pride in Limerick by helping to keep our streets clean and being respectful of property owners, particularly around the TUS Gaelic Grounds. Let’s make the occasion a positive experience for everyone. Luimneach abú!”
A spokesperson for the local authority said prohibited parking will not be tolerated. This includes parking on “green areas” or “blocking of private property in residential areas”.
Given the significance of the match and the expected crowds, around 100 pubs in Limerick city will open from 10.30am this Sunday having been granted a special court order during the week.
The Munster SHC final will be broadcast live on RTÉ 2 television, RTÉ Radio 1 and on Live 95.
There will also be full coverage on limericklive.ie and across our social media platforms.