Kerry has received a record €33 million for local and regional roads, as part of a €713 million national investment program for 2025.

The funding was confirmed by Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien this week.
While projects are planned for all five municipal districts, there are significant allocations specifically benefiting the Killarney area.

Politicians Welcome

Local politicians have welcomed the funding announcement.
The funding was welcomed by the Minister for Children, Disability and Equality and Kerry TD Norma Foley.
Minister Foley highlighted several key projects, including €100,000 allocated for the 200-year-old Listry Bridge on the R563 Killarney to Milltown Road and €25,000 for the Gap of Dunloe Bridge.
The R563 Listry Bridge has been a focus of attention for local county councillors for years The bridge, a vital link on the Killarney to Milltown road, is over 200 years old and has been the scene of many accidents and traffic issues.
Deputy Michael Cahill also welcomed the funding allocated to Listry Bridge.
“I’m delighted that my colleague Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien has approved €33,360,450 for County Kerry's regional and local roads. This significant investment will make a huge difference to the rural road network, improving safety on our roads, and reducing journey times,” he said,
Strategic Links Project
The €200,000 allocated for the Killarney Strategic Links Project is a significant investment and a crucial step in addressing traffic alleviation plans in the area. While the amount may seem modest in the context of the overall funding, it is expected to kickstart much-needed improvements to traffic flow.
Healy-Rae brothers
Minister of State Michael Healy-Rae TD and Deputy Danny Healy Rae TD also welcomed the funding, highlighting the increase compared to the 2024 allocation.
"The Kerry figure is a significant rise of €1.56 Million on the €31.8M from 2024 and something both myself and my brother Danny have worked hard to deliver on," said Minister Healy-Rae.
Danny Healy-Rae added, "I am personally delighted to say that increased funding for Kerry non-national roads has been something that I fight hard for every day."

Rural Connectivity
The overall funding package for Kerry reflects a national commitment to improving rural connectivity and supporting local economies.
Minister Foley stated the importance of the investment for rural regeneration, noting that these roads are crucial for access to schools, workplaces, businesses, and tourism facilities.

Killarney area-Specific allocations
Regional Improvement & Regional Maintenance Grants:
Park Road (Railway Bridge): €10,000
Rockfield, Killarney (L-11008): €80,000
Drom, Headford, Killarney (L-3014): €20,000
Coolick, Killarney (L-7015): €60,000
Woodline / Kilcummin Road (L-3018): €15,000
Ballycullane, Rathmore (L-11179): €15,000
Specific Improvement Grants:
R563 Listry Bridge: €100,000
Gap of Dunloe Bridge: €25,000
Strategic Regional and Local:
Killarney Strategic Links Project: €200,000