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Faye Dorgan, 27 Dec
A NEW bus route for Limerick has been confirmed and it's aimed to have
it “up and running” for 2025.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has published a finalised new
bus network for Limerick, which aims to “transform” the city’s system.
The new and improved network will have a 24-hour bus service, an
increase of services by 70%, an “enhanced” Sunday timetable and new
routes added.
“The revised network that we’ve finalised and published will provide
the people of Limerick with enhanced frequency, greater connectivity
and longer operating hours,” said Anne Graham, CEO of the NTA.
“As we roll out the key pillars of BusConnects Limerick, we’re
confident that this network will encourage more people to take public
transport and support the sustainable growth of the city in the decades
to come.”
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Calls for restoration of iconic Limerick landmark
A new 24-hour bus service will operate between University Hospital
Limerick (UHL), the city centre and the University of Limerick (UL).
As well as this, previously unserved areas such as Ennis Road, Dock
Road, University of Limerick north campus and Ardnacrusha will now be
included as bus routes.
Stephen Kent, CEO of Bus Éireann, welcomed the new bus network for
Limerick, saying that it will “significantly increase frequency and
expand bus services across the city and its suburbs”.
The new network will be delivered on a phased approach from 2025.
Last year, the NTA carried out an extensive review of the bus network
in Limerick, in collaboration with Limerick City and County Council,
Clare County Council and Bus Éireann.
As well as this, they received specialised expertise of transport
designers Jarrett Walker and Associates.
In February, a draft new network was published.
However, following concerns raised during the public consultation
process, the draft was reconsidered until a final map was issued.