Concerns highlighted over footpath and steep road in Leitrim

The footpath along the Carrick road in Drumshanbo may be considered for inclusion in future IPB funding schemes to assess its condition.

Cllr Enda McGloin submitted a motion before Ballinamore municipal district, highlighting concerns over “significant dips and trip hazards.”

In response, the Roads department stated that a section of the footpath could be included on any future IPB funding schemes.

“If there is a particular area that represents an issue, we can look at sections individually,” the reply concluded.

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Cllr McGloin also proposed a motion requesting the Council to review road number L 33091-1 at Derrynawana, Aghacashel and install appropriate signage.

“Someone who wasn't used to that road got a fight coming off the steep incline. If we could get the necessary warning signs I’d be happy,” Cllr McGloin said.

In response, district engineer Darragh O’Boyle confirmed that a steep incline sign will be installed.

A reply stated, “We can erect steep incline signs but the people using the road, and living on the road, should be well aware of the topography."

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