Seán Canney TD, Minister of State for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports and Leader in Cabinet of the Independent Ministers, has welcomed the installation of new, state-of-the-art traffic lights at two of Tuam’s busiest junctions – Ballygaddy Road/Milltown Road and the Weir Road junction.

The works, which will take place over the next two weeks, will see outdated signals replaced with modern systems designed to address long-standing traffic delays.

“I welcome this development,” Minister Canney said. “The existing junction at Ballygaddy Road and Milltown Road has been operating poorly for some time, causing traffic jams at busy periods. This is a major access route for traffic coming from Kilconly, Kilbannon and Ballinrobe into Tuam, and the new lights will make a huge difference.”

He added: “The Weir Road junction is also a very busy route, with traffic from Sylane, Caherlistrane and the Tuam Industrial Park feeding into the town and connecting to the motorway. The upgrade here will significantly improve traffic flow and safety for all road users.”

The new signal system replaces older lights that had suffered from synchronisation issues in recent months, leading to significant delays.