Sinn Féin Councillor Bróna Haughey, alongside Cathal Boylan MLA, has welcomed a visit by Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins to Clady Village to hear first-hand concerns from residents, particularly around road safety in the vicinity of Tiny Tots Pre-School.
Councillor Haughey said the visit was a constructive engagement focused on finding practical solutions to long-standing safety issues.
“Clady Village remains within a 40-mph zone and has no traffic-calming measures in place. Given the residential nature of the village and the presence of the primary school, the GAA club and Tiny Tots Pre-School, there is a clear need to review current arrangements,” she said.
“Since the relocation of the local mart, there has been an increase in heavy traffic using the village as a through-route, often at speed. Residents regularly raise concerns about near-misses and accidents, though many incidents go unreported, meaning official figures do not fully reflect local experience.
Councillor Haughey said the community is seeking achievable and effective measures to improve safety.
“The Department has committed to carry out a review into the safety measures around the school and will work closely with the school management to ensure that infrastructure is in place for a safe passage to school for all of its pupils.”
She added:
“We commend Minister Kimmins for taking the time to visit Clady, meet with local families and listen directly to their concerns. The Minister has indicated she will look at the issues raised, and that commitment is welcome.”
Cathal Boylan MLA said early intervention is essential.
“Communities like Clady deserve proactive road safety measures that reflect how roads are actually used, particularly around schools and pre-schools,” he said.
Mr Boylan concluded: “Sinn Féin will continue to work with residents and the Department for Infrastructure to push for practical, evidence-led solutions that protect lives and improve road safety.”
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