{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/6ad72ed56a9e2a41c3d5754e?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"New Drogheda Road Opens in Bid to Ease Traffic and Improve Safety - 20/10/2026","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/67c5d757b48a8f157c1f9076/1792484985458-b63bd796-90a4-413d-a8f6-77453f904db9.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>The new Boyne Link Road in Drogheda has officially opened, with the project expected to improve traffic flow, road safety and access to local businesses and employment centres.</p><p><br></p><p>The road connects the Newtown Link Road with Boyne Business Park and the adjacent L-2307, providing improved infrastructure for motorists, pedestrians and cyclists.</p><p>The project was funded by Louth County Council, the National Transport Authority and the Department of Transport, and is also expected to reduce traffic on the existing L-2307.</p><p><br></p><p>Mayor of the Borough District of Drogheda, Councillor Declan Power, has welcomed the investment, saying it will support economic growth, improve connectivity and enhance the quality of life for people living and working in the area.</p><p><br></p><p>Declan Power joined us on The Agenda this morning to discuss the benefits of the new road and what it means for the town.</p>","author_name":"lmfm "}