{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6a6b2bcf37bc2725029be58a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Julianstown Bypass Battle: Campaigners Demand Transparency Over Road Plans - 30/07/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1785398638283-bc873375-9a44-445c-9ba9-bc4c7e5691ed.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>A campaign group opposing the current plans for a Julianstown bypass is calling for more transparency and evidence before any route is chosen to tackle the village’s ongoing traffic problems</p><p><br></p><p>Around 250 people attended a public meeting this week, where residents, business owners and landowners voiced concerns about the proposed options and questioned whether enough information has been provided to justify a new bypass.</p><p><br></p><p>The Yes to Julianstown Traffic Relief, No to Another Bypass group says it supports finding a solution to congestion in the village, but believes the community should be given more detail on why certain alternatives, including improved motorway access and other transport measures, were ruled out.</p><p><br></p><p>Local Fine Gael Councillor Sharon Tolan joined us on The Agenda this morning to discuss the concerns raised, the current proposals, and what she believes needs to happen next.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"lmfm "}