DONEGAL County Council has been allocated €69.3 million for national and regional and roads in 2026.
A total of €46.2 million has been set aside for the county’s regional roads, with €23.1 million earmarked for its national roads.
Welcoming the announcement made by the Minister for Transport, Darragh O’Brien, Donegal Minister of State, Charlie McConalogue, said it is vital that Donegal County Council continues to receive strong support from government to assist it with future projects, and maintain and improve the county’s large road network.
“Donegal has received the fifth highest allocation in the country in this latest announcement that will see the Department of Transport providing over €1.5 billion in exchequer funding for national and regional roads in 2026,” Minister McConalogue said.
“This also represents a 13 per cent increase in road funding for 2025.
“I’m glad to note that €2.5 million of Donegal’s allocation has been set aside for much needed Ten-T Project which includes the Bonagee Link in Letterkenny, the Lifford to Manorcunningham Dual Carriageway and the Ballybofey Stranorlar Bypass.
“This funding will help bring it to the planning stage later this year.”
Minister McConalogue said the Ten-T scheme is vital for improving the primary transport arteries in the county, ensuring that Donegal remains a competitive place to do business and a safe place to travel.
“Its completion is crucial for the development of our county and the North West region,” he continued.
“The Bonagee Link is of particular importance when it comes to addressing the traffic situation in and around Letterkenny.
“I commend the staff at Donegal County Council staff for the excellent work they do on keeping our roads at such a high standard.
“This funding will provide the council with the necessary resources to continue their essential work.
“By working closely with my colleagues in the Department of Transport, we are ensuring that Donegal is getting its fair share of government support.”
