Question: Councillor D. Smith “To ask the Chief Executive for an update on the construction of a bridge across the Broadmeadow River at Thornleigh in Swords?”

Reply: The proposal has been out for public consultation and no submissions were received. Arrangements are in hand to consult with the OPW and Inland Fisheries before presenting the final report to the Area Committee. If approved by the Committee detailed design could then be undertaken with a view to going to tender in Q1 of 2017. Sourcing of finance has not yet been finalised.