By Dan Walsh
More road funding is essential for the safety of commuters and motorists in North Wexford, according to local election candidate Darragh McDonald who is calling on Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan TD to take decisive action on the matter.
“The simple truth is that current funding levels are failing to meet the demands of our infrastructure. Wexford County Council has done its best with the resources at hand, but it’s simply not enough especially if we want to be serious about our rural roads.
“According to guidelines from the Department of Transport, Wexford is expected to resurface about 5% of their roads annually. This is simply out of reach with existing budget constraints and for anyone who has driven our rural roads, is completely inadequate as a goal anyway. We need a total resurfacing of at least 30-40% of rural roads in this part of the county, then we can worry about keeping them maintained.”
“Poor road conditions are not just inconveniences; they are hazards that can lead to serious accidents. This is an area we cannot be complacent in.
“Now, I am calling on Minister Eamon Ryan to step up and follow suit to take decisive action on this matter. We need him to unlock the funds necessary for the upkeep and enhancement of our roads to ensure a safer, smoother future for Ireland’s road network.
“North Wexford is not South Dublin, we have no public transport connecting our villages and towns. The reality is that the vast majority of people still rely on our primary, secondary, and national roads, along with privately owned vehicles, to get around and they should be able to do so without worrying about damage to their car or increased risk of crashes,” concluded Mr McDonald.
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