Long awaited improvement works to bridge linking south Kilkenny and New Ross look set to start

Upgrade works on a key structure that links south Kilkenny and New Ross look set to start.

The almost 100-year-old Ferry Mount Garrett Bridge arose at the Callan Thomastown Municipal District meeting this week where representatives had a presentation outlining the structural and safety improvements needed.

A road closure is expected from July 21st for several days for investigations to commence but Cllr Michael Doyle says the disruption is necessary;