A main route in North Kerry which has been closed almost two and a half years, is expected to re-open next week.
Kerry County Council says, pending an assessment over the coming days, it’s anticipated the R556 Rathscannell or Dale Road may be re-opened on a temporary basis over Christmas.
Located between Abbeydorney and Ballyduff, it’s a popular route for people travelling to and from Ballybunion.
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It’s built on bog and has subsided, and has been closed since July 2019, with this major redevelopment underway since August 2020.