In the ACT

Midleton welcomed a special visitor this week as a range of new Project ACT measures were rolled out in the town centre.

Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Mary Linehan Foley, soaked up the sun while trying out one of two new pedestrian crossing installed in the town as part of Project ACT (Activating County Towns).

Cork County Council’s Project ACT measures also include the relocation of bus stops, improved access to open amenity spaces, and the installation of two new picnic benches designed to accommodate wheelchair users and people with buggies.

Cllr Foley welcomed the new improvements, saying: “Midleton’s attractive Main Street is notably wide and accessible for all, especially for pedestrians and people with mobility restrictions.

“I’m delighted to see these new pedestrian crossings installed, the second of which is near completion. The solar powered beacons on the new crossings are environmentally sustainable and reflect the council’s energy.”

Also commenting was Chief Executive of Cork County Council, Tim Lucey, who praised Project ACT for the important work it has done.

“Ensuring safety and facilitating social distancing is of paramount importance while we work towards reactivating our economy and supporting our local communities, here in Midleton and across the county,” said Mr Lucey.