Carlingford ferry a key driver for local tourism economy
The Scenic Carlingford Ferry is a ‘ tremendous driver for local tourism’ a meeting of the Louth/Newry and Mourne Down Joint Council heard this week.
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council Chairperson, Councillor Roisin Mulgrew said, ‘ The project has been a long term aspiration for both Councils and is a tremendous driver for the local tourism sector, while also providing a vital service to many local people in the Mournes and Carlingford area.’
The Committee discussed the cross border issues in relation to the Carlingford Ferry Project and Paul O’Sullivan, Managing Director of Scenic Carlingford Ferry attended the meeting to give a presentation on key matters.
He explained that both local authorities have been liaising with the ferry project in terms of signage issues, along with wider matters around improving marketing and tourism promotion. ‘ The committee agreed that attempts will be made to explore methods to improve infrastructure in the Greencastle area and continue to provide support and advice where possible.
The Joint Committee also recently hosted a presentation on the Greenway project, which included a question and answer session from cycling interest groups, Dundalk Cycling Alliance and the Sustrans Project. It was evident from the attendance and lively discussion which ensued, that the Greenway attracts the interest from a wide range of users and provides obvious health benefits. The cross border element of the Greenway is due to be completed by