The road between Mullingar has become extremely busy over the years and Longford councilor Seamus Butler says its in need of a major upgrade so vehicles can use it easily and safely

A local senator has hit out at the lack of funding.

The road traffic collision happened at a roundabout near Longford town this evening

The public consultation process saw a massive engagement from members of the community.

The stretch was officially opened today by the Taoiseach.

Both the N4 Dromod to Carrick on Shannon and Mullingar to Longford routes are also among the local roads projects included

There's a lot of concern that the N4 project between Mullingar and Longford could fall victim to the circumstances of the time once again

High traffic levels combined with intensive streetscape works have left locals unhappy with the current situation.