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New Grove Terrace Development in Doonane to Boost Social Housing in Laois

Laois County Council is pleased to announce the commencement of 12 new homes and two serviced sites known as “Grove Terrace” in Doonane, Co Laois. This development supports the Housing for All initiative, enhancing the local community with sustainable homes. The project is funded by the Social Housing Investment Programme (SHIP).

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Speed Limits on Rural, Local Roads Change From 80km/h to 60km/h

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Speed Limits on Rural, Local Roads Change From 80km/h to 60km/h

From Department of Transport 

Published on 7 February 2025

Last updated on 6 February 2025

Today 7th February the speed limit on rural, local roads will change from 80 km/h to 60 km/h. Rural, local roads primarily serve local traffic and connect our rural communities. These roads are designated with an ‘L’ followed by a number, or do not have a number.

Service Department
Roads and Transport
7 February 2025
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Road Closure at L7800 Knock, Spink, Co. Laois.

Laois County Council wishes to advise of the intention & decision to close the following road at the following location:                

L7800 Knock, Spink, Co. Laois.

From point:        52.902644, -7.233940

To point:             52.883270, -7.210270

ON and/or BETWEEN the following dates & times

Service Department
Roads and Transport
29 January 2025