Construction of Strandhill emergency coastal protection works expected to begin in September

By Philip Rooney, The Sligo Champion

Cllr Marie Casserly has welcomed the announcement by Sligo County Council that the Part 8 planning process for the proposed Emergency Works Scheme at Strandhill will commence on July 1.

The proposed scheme will see the placement of rock armour along a 90-metre section of the upper foreshore north of the promenade, helping to protect one of the most vulnerable stretches of coastline from further erosion.

Welcoming the news that the planning process for the emergency works is set to commence this week, Cllr Casserly said, “I warmly welcome this important step forward for Strandhill. Coastal erosion has been a growing concern for our community, and it is encouraging to see progress being made towards delivering emergency protection works that will help safeguard this section of our coastline.”

“This project has been a priority for many local people, businesses and community groups, and I want to acknowledge the continued work of Sligo County Council in bringing the scheme to this stage.”

Cllr Casserly also confirmed that she will continue to engage with the Minister of State, Kevin “Boxer” Moran, to ensure the project continues to move forward.

“I will continue to work closely with Minister Boxer Moran and all relevant stakeholders to ensure this scheme progresses as quickly as possible. It is vital that Strandhill receives the support and investment needed to protect our coastline and the infrastructure, businesses and amenities that are so important to our local community and economy.”

It is vital that Strandhill receives the support and investment needed to protect our coastline and the infrastructure, businesses and amenities

The Part 8 planning documents will be available for public inspection from July 1 until July 29, with members of the public invited to make submissions or observations up to August 12.”

Urging members of the public to partake in the consultation process, Cllr Casserly said, “I would encourage everyone with an interest in the future of Strandhill to take the opportunity to review the proposals and participate in the public consultation process.”

Stressing the importance of members of the public participating in the consultation process, Cllr Casserly said, “ Community engagement is an important part of ensuring we deliver the best possible outcome for Strandhill.”

Subject to approval by the elected members of Sligo County Council at the September Council meeting, construction of the emergency coastal protection works is expected to commence in September 2026.

Article Funded by the Local Democracy Reporting Scheme.