Consultation over proposed closure of east Mayo shortcut route

A PROPOSAL to have access to the old dump road in Swinford closed at the N5 has been advertised by Mayo County Council.

The road connects the Swinford bypass and old Castlebar Road.

It is a regular shortcut for motorists and also a popular walking route.

The council has published a notice of its proposal to extinguish the rights of way on the road, which is in Carrowbaun, for 10 metres.

A map showing the right of way is available in the Swinford area office and also the council’s office in Claremorris for inspection by members of the public.

Objections to the proposal are to be submitted in writing by May 18.