M18 Works Defended

Transport officials are defending the latest bout of roadworks on the M18.

The Northbound section of the road from Barefield to Crusheen was closed last week, and since it re-opened a number of Clare FM listeners have complained of an uneven or wavy surface where the works had been focussed.

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The Northbound section of the motorway from Crusheen to Gort is closed this week, to allow for more upgrades.

Transport Infrastructure Ireland, the new name for the NRA, say a 'super elevation' has now been installed in parts of the road to allow for better drainage.