The centre will be open today and then from Wednesday again.

The development will also include an internal access road and a green open space.

Gerard McGowan said he had hoped the new street improvements would allow for better parking spaces outside his home in the interests of safety

The works have bene significantly delayed.

The statue remembers Longford's key role in the introduction of the grey squirrel to Ireland over 100 years ago.

He was also banned from driving for 30 years.