The state recently allocated almost €8 million to a public realm enhancement project in the town.

Around 200 people attended a demonstration in the area on Sunday afternoon, against the state's public realm enhancement scheme.

It was expected earlier this week that the lights would be completed ahead of the busy Bank Holiday weekend.

Residents are concerned the plan will radically reduce the amount of car-parking in the town.

Sajjad Hussain is running as an Independent candidate in the Boyle Local Electoral Area.

Simon Harris said he would take a leading role in finding a permanent solution to the ongoing crisis in south Roscommon.

The junction has been the scene of a number of accidents in recent years.

Last Monday night's official launch heard there would be a number of events taking place next week as part of the festival.