Planning application received: to carry out, as part of the "Safe Routes To School" scheme, the following development: • Construction of 80m of new foo

A planning application has been lodged with Clare County Council for L2094 Mullagh National School in Mullagh, Co Clare, as part of the national “Safe Routes to School” scheme. The proposal includes building 80 metres of new footpath on the northern side of L2094 Local Road and improving an additional 100 metres of footpath on the southern side. It also calls for a controlled pedestrian crossing at the school site and two unconditional raised crossings, one north and one south of the road.

Further traffic‑calming measures are planned: three speed‑reduction ramps along L2094, new pencil bollards on existing and proposed paths, “School Zone” road markings and high‑friction skid‑resistance surfacing. The scheme will also provide level planting areas, a dedicated mini‑bus set‑own area, and associated signage.

An environmental assessment has been carried out in line with the Birds and Natural Habitats Directive; the screening statement concludes that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment from the proposed works.

The “Safe Routes to School” initiative aims to improve safety for children walking or cycling to school by upgrading footpaths, installing safer crossings and adding traffic‑calming features. Local councillor Sean Conlon has highlighted the scheme’s role in reducing congestion and making routes safer for pupils.

For more details, see Clare County Council planning documents.

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