Louth council to seek approval to restart Ardee Bypass after dispute ends
Louth County Council and Friends of Ardee Bog have agreed to end their Supreme Court dispute, but the N52 bypass still needs approval to recommence.
Louth County Council said on 13 October that it will seek Transport Infrastructure Ireland approval to recommence the N52 Ardee Bypass in County Louth, Ireland, after reaching an agreement with Friends of Ardee Bog to end their long-running dispute over the proposed route. The project has not yet restarted.
What the agreement means for Ardee Bog
Under the agreement, Friends of Ardee Bog will withdraw its Supreme Court case, and Ardee Bog will be recognised and protected. The council and the group described the deal as a way to address Ardee’s transport needs while safeguarding the peatland.
The council says the proposed bypass could improve safety and reduce congestion in Ardee town centre. It has not said when Transport Infrastructure Ireland might decide whether the project can recommence.
Sources and context
- Louth council to seek bypass recommencement after disputeRTÉ
- Louth County Council and Friends of Ardee Bog Agree on Collaborative Way Forward for N52 Ardee BypassLouth County Council
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