BREAKING: Tipperary TD confirms major update on Thurles' Inner Relief Road Project

Fianna Fáil TD for North Tipperary, Ryan O’Meara has today provided a major update on the Thurles Inner Relief Road. Following a meeting with the Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, Deputy O’Meara confirmed that the project will go to tender before the end of this year, with construction anticipated to commence next year.

“I met with the Fianna Fáil Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien this evening to discuss a number of roads projects that are a priority for me in North Tipperary. The Thurles Inner Relief Road was the first project we discussed. Having worked on it for some time, and making commitments during the general election, I am absolutely delighted to confirm that the project will be going to tender before the end of this year. The Minister informed me that he expects construction to commence on the Thurles Inner Relief Road next year, and officials have advised that the project should be completed and opened in approximately 24 months from now.

“This is major news for the town of Thurles that will see the N62 linked to the Mill Road, and it will provide a second river crossing over the river Suir. On top of this it will also open up a huge amount of development lands for the town of Thurles, particularly for Mary Immaculate College on the St. Patrick’s Campus.

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“The Thurles Inner Relief Road will transfer traffic from the centre of town which will of course have safety benefits, particularly for pedestrians. It will relieve some traffic congestion, creating a more attractive environment for investment and tourism in Thurles.

“This project first received planning permission from An Bord Pleanála in 2014, and 11 years later I am delighted to be able to deliver on this project for North Tipperary.

Deputy O’Meara extended gratitude to Minister O’Brien for his support and reiterated a commitment to continue collaborating on other key projects for the constituency. “I would like to thank the Minister who has met with me on a number of occasions now in relation to my priorities for the constituency. I will continue to work with him in relation to other priorities including the Thurles Bypass, of which I am hopeful we will hear further positive news for the town of Thurles in the coming months.

This multi-million-euro project marks a significant step forward in enhancing the infrastructure and development potential of North Tipperary, and will support the social, recreational, and business travel needs of the Thurles area.

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