Green light for Louth pier repairs as project goes to tender

Gyles Quay pier in County Louth is moving toward repair after significant damage from repeated severe weather and ongoing wear and tear. The project is scheduled to go to tender next week, marking a key milestone toward restoring and securing the structure. The pier has sustained significant structural damage caused by storms and years of general wear and tear. The planned works include substantial repairs to the pier itself and the adjoining back wall. The engineer overseeing the project has reviewed plans and delivery timelines with the local councillor. Construction is expected to begin within three to four months, subject to funding approval and successful completion of the tender process.

"“I'm pleased to confirm that works at Gyles Quay are due to go out to tender next week, which marks an important step forward for these much-needed repairs,” he said."

"“The pier has sustained ‘significant structural damage caused by storms and years of general wear and tear.’”"

"“The project will involve substantial works to both the pier itself and the adjoining back wall,” he said."

"“Subject to funding approval and the successful completion of the tender process, construction works are expected to begin within the next three to four months.”"

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