Wexford road users frustrated as repainting job on dangerous junction neglected for two years

“There is a box junction onto the end of Carrigeen Street which was not repainted following works in 2022,” said Ms O’Neill. “The traffic here is extremely heavy with town traffic, school buses, including buses from Our Lady of Fatima Special School and it is extremely difficult to get out onto the road on this junction. Concerns have been raised in regards the box and related traffic difficulties and concerns since late 2022 with local councillors visiting the area and reportedly making representation but with no action to date.

"The box needs repainting and it is very frustrating for the daily road users to comprehend why this hasn’t happened in the last two years.”

Ms O’Neill also pointed out safety issues on Whiterock Hill where she said the speed of traffic was a cause of “grave concern” for residents.

"The amount of new houses in the area has meant a huge increase in traffic and the speed signs are not doing the job they should. I travel Whiterock Hill myself frequently and have seen that much of the traffic does not take heed of the flashing speed sign. I understand from residents that a speed survey has been carried out recently but it is important now that a design to reduce speed is made available to the public and that Wexford County Council commit funding immediately.

“The volume of traffic and pedestrians in Wexford town is increasing each week, speed controls and proper roads infrastructure must be a priority to ensure road safety for all users.”