Up to 4,000 people are expected to attend next week's Citizenship Ceremonies which are making a return to the town, and locals are being forewarned to expect huge traffic delays. 

The Citizenship Ceremonies will take place at the INEC where approximately 2,000 individuals will formally become Irish citizens on the day.

Two ceremonies will take place over the course of the day with a total of 4,000 people expected to attend the event to celebrate with the recipients.

Killarney Gardaí are advising residents to allow extra time for journeys in and around Killarney in particular the Muckross Road on Monday June 20, and residents of Mill Road are advised to expect an increase in traffic flow as recipients exit the INEC from 11.45am.

Complimentary shuttle buses will operate from the bus station and train station.

A complimentary shuttle service will also operate from Scott’s Street, all commencing at 8am.

Hotel, Guesthouse and Bed & Breakfast operators are asked to advise their guests (recipients) to use the shuttlebuses, as parking in the vicinity of the INEC, The Gleneagle Hotel and The Brehon Hotel will be limited.

Traffic delays are anticipated therefore local traffic and attendees are asked to allow extra travel time.