Election candidate calls for increased funding to make Wexford roads safer

Mr McDonald believes that the current funding levels are failing to meet the demands of the infrastructure that’s in place.

"Wexford County Council has done its best with the resources at hand, but it's simply not enough especially if we want to be serious about our rural roads. According to guidelines from the Department of Transport, Wexford is expected to resurface about 5 per cent of their roads annually."

“This is simply out of reach with existing budget constraints and for anyone who has driven our rural roads, is completely inadequate as a goal anyway. We need a total resurfacing of at least 30 to 40 per cent of rural roads in this part of the county, then we can worry about keeping them maintained,” said Mr McDonald.

Mr McDonald is now calling on Minister for Transport Eamon Ryan to take decisive action on this matter and says this is particularly important in north Wexford as there is very little public transport services connecting villages and towns.

“We need him to unlock the funds necessary for the upkeep and enhancement of our roads to ensure a safer, smoother future for Ireland’s road network.”

"The reality is that the vast majority of people still rely on our primary, secondary, and national roads, along with privately owned vehicles, to get around and they should be able to do so without worrying about damage to their car or increased risk of crashes. Poor road conditions are not just inconveniences; they are hazards that can lead to serious accidents. This is an area we cannot be complacent in," said Mr McDonald.