Funding of up to €1 billion is set to be ‘ringfenced’ for the Ten-T road project in east Donegal, it has been announced today.
The project will see the construction of 42km of road network between Letterkenny, Manorcunningham, Lifford and the Ballybofey Stranorlar Bypass. This includes the Bonagee Link/Bridge over River Swilly to ease traffic congestion in Letterkenny.
Last month, we reported that CPOs for the crucial project would be published in January.
Deputy Pat ‘the Cope’ Gallagher welcomed the government’s announcement, confirming that funding will be ring-fenced once the project successfully completes the statutory planning process. The project has also been reaffirmed as part of the “Barring unforeseen delays, construction is expected to begin in late 2028 or early 2029,” Deputy Gallagher said.
The A5 project remains a critical cross-border component of the wider scheme. While the High Court in Northern Ireland recently overturned the decision to progress the first phase of the A5, the Department for Infrastructure—supported by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA)—has since appealed the ruling.
Commenting on recent engagements in Belfast, Deputy Gallagher said he was encouraged by the level of political backing.
“I met with a cross-party group of MLAs recently, and there is strong, united support for the A5 and the wider TEN-T Project,” he added.
“This infrastructure is vital for regional connectivity, economic development, and road safety across the North-West.”
Deputy Gallagher reaffirmed his intention to continue working closely with government departments, Northern counterparts, and all relevant stakeholders to ensure the project progresses without delay.
Up to €1bn ringfenced for east Donegal Ten-T road project was last modified: November 26th, 2025 by Staff Writer
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