22-04-2025
Clogherhead school set for safer future with new road plan
As part of the works planned at Callystown NS, new and upgraded footpaths and cycleways will be installed. The project will also include the introduction of safer pedestrian crossings, improved road markings and signage, and the addition of traffic signals, bollards and ramps at key locations throughout the area. The upgrades will be implemented within the current road and footpath layout to ensure minimal disruption and environmental impact.
Welcoming the development, Cllr Declan Power, Drogheda Rural, said the improvements are the result of long-standing advocacy.
'As a resident and local Councillor for the area, I warmly welcome this development for the community of Clogherhead. I've been advocating for these road safety measures for several years, and I'm delighted to see them moving forward combined with the Safe Routes to School Programme.'
He emphasised the importance of the school to the community and the necessity of ensuring safe access for students and families.
'Callystown National School is at the heart of village life, and ensuring our children can travel safely to and from school—and nearby amenities like the local playground—must always be a top priority,' said Cllr Power.
He added that these upgrades would contribute to overall traffic calming, improve visibility, and create safer conditions not just for children bur also for older residents and those with limited mobility.
'These upgrades will help calm traffic, improve visibility, and make our roads safer for everyone, including older residents and those with limited mobility. It's a sensible, well-balanced project that enhances safety without altering the character of the area. I fully support these works and will continue to advocate for similar initiatives across the Drogheda and the Drogheda Rural district,' said Cllr Power.
The works will also complement upcoming safety measures already planned for Chapel Road, including a raised pedestrian crossing and a traffic-calming ramp. In addition, Cllr Power noted he is actively seeking the installation of street lighting near the local playground to further improve safety in the area.
Callystown NS is not the only school set to benefit, with Louth County Council confirming that Bellurgan NS in Dundalk and St Mary's NS in Knockbridge receiving similar road safety upgrades this year as part of the Safe Routes to School programme.
Public consultation on the proposed works is now open. Residents and members of the public are invited to review the drawings and project details and provide feedback from Tuesday, April 22 to Tuesday, May 6. Documents are available for inspection at the Louth County Council Offices in the Millennium Centre, Dundalk, and at the Civic Offices on Fair Street, Drogheda. Information is also available online at
Written submissions or observations must be clearly marked 'Section 38 Safe Routes to School – [School Name]'
