On a visit to Athy, Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has today (Monday 13th November) reaffirmed the Government’s strong commitment to Athy’s Southern Distributor Route. He was speaking in Athy where he was invited to view progress on the road project by Fine Gael Party Chairman and local Kildare South TD Martin Heydon.
Speaking in Athy, The Taoiseach […]
Kildare South Fine Gael TD, Martin Heydon has today (Thursday) said that the awarding of the contract for the three elements of the M7 project which includes the widening to 3 lanes is further progress and secures the timelines on this critical project.
“The awarding of today’s contract with SIAC/Colas JV is a milestone and ensures […]
Following changes to the JJ Kavanagh timetables serving Athy and Kilcullen last May, I have been liaising with the National Transport Authority to seek to have additional services added to make up for the changes.
The National Transport Authority have now confirmed the following details for new or extended routes to commence from next Tuesday 8th August.
New Route […]
Kildare South Fine Gael TD Martin Heydon has today (Monday) confirmed that he has written to the National Transport Authority and Minister for Transport Shane Ross to seek clarification on changes to a Dublin Clonmel Bus Route which will affect commuters in Athy and Kilcullen.
“I have been contacted by a number of constituents in both […]
Kildare South Fine Gael TD Martin Heydon has said that the Department of Transport have confirmed to him that they have approved the business case submitted for the Ring Road for Athy. This now leaves the way clear for Kildare County Council to apply to An Bord Pleanala for planning permission.
“This is a major milestone for this […]
Fine Gael Kildare South TD Martin Heydon has recently raised progress on Athy’s Southern Distributor Route in the Dail with Minister for Transport Shane Ross to ensure his Department process all necessary approvals as quickly as possible to allow for continued progress on the project.
“The Minister confirmed that KCC has been liaising actively with his […]
Fine Gael Kildare South Martin Heydon TD has today (Friday) said that the planned upgrade works to the M7 which will see a third lane added from Junction 9 Naas North to the M9 intersection is needed now more than ever as traffic volumes continue to increase.
“I have sought updates on progress on the M7 […]
Kildare South Fine Gael TD Martin Heydon has today (Friday) provided an update on the work of the Government Working Group on Car Insurance and encouraged motorists to provide him with details and examples of increasing costs that he can submit to that group.
“Rising car insurance is the largest issue for motorists right now with […]
The preferred route for the Athy Southern Distributor Route was unveiled today (Thursday) as part of an ongoing public consultation process which remains open until March 4th.
The C2 route that was announced today thankfully bypasses Athy RFC pitches and the Showgrounds after a significant number of submissions were received.
The process now continues with Kildare County […]
Decreased motor taxes for road hauliers in 2016 will mean savings for businesses across the country and will help to create jobs”, says Fine Gael TD for Kildare South, Martin Heydon.
“From dealing with the Irish Road Haulage Association, I know that this will have a significant impact. […]