Temporary traffic lights are to be installed on a trial basis at Blake’s Corner in Ennistymon, in a bid to ease congestion there.
The measure was one of those suggested by local campaigners who have recently held demonstrations near the infamous traffic blackspot.
While the Council is pursuing a six million euro planned new Inner Relief Road and Bridge, many in North Clare have said they require a short-term solution, with other suggestions including a traffic management plan or warden.
Clare County Council CEO Pat Dowling says the local authority can’t position a warden at Blake’s Corner, but he says they are taking action:
And you can hear more on Morning Focus this morning (Thursday).