1.4 million euro has been allocated to the long sought upgrade of the N4 Mullingar to Longford Bypass project.
Work on the project was paused over 17 months ago, with fears the design process and works would not materialise.
Calls have been made at every level with local Councillors, Senators and TDs pushing for movement on the scheme.
As part of the TII Road Project allocations for 2024, the funding has been allocated to Westmeath County Council to refine the route selection process.
Reacting to the news today, Longford Westmeath Fianna Fail TD Joe Flaherty says the TII support will see major progress towards a final route selection.
Speaking to Let's Talk today, Deputy Flaherty says the 1.4 million euro will keep the project rolling: