
It was opened by Junior Transport Minister, Jack Chambers.
People in the midlands have a new way to cross the River Shannon, following the opening of a multi-million euro bridge.
The cycle and pedestrian bridge in Athlone has been officially opened by Junior Transport Minister, Jack Chambers.
It's worth €13m, and is part of the overall coast to coast Galway to Dublin Greenway project.
Junior Minister Chambers says the structure will be vital for the people of Athlone:
Junior Transport Minister Jack Chambers officially opens the Athlone Cycle and Pedestrian Bridge pic.twitter.com/2zvb62zWns
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