I LIKE THIS BRIDGE AND USE IT FREQUENTLY
The Fairview footbridge, pictured here, connects the new Fairview playground and park to the businesses and bus stops on the North side of Fairview Road. It's a popular spot with locals and a much-needed replacement for the older bridge.
Interestingly, the bridge's existence wasn't always guaranteed. In 2017, local politician Aodhán Ó Ríordáin voiced concerns about Dublin City Council's proposal to remove the footbridge and replace it with a pedestrian crossing to make way for the Clontarf – Amiens Street cycle lane. It's worth noting that this was after Ó Ríordáin had successfully campaigned for the bridge's refurbishment in 2015, resulting in a €500,000 investment from the council.
Thankfully, the pedestrian bridge has survived these challenges and continues to serve the community.
Interestingly, the bridge's existence wasn't always guaranteed. In 2017, local politician Aodhán Ó Ríordáin voiced concerns about Dublin City Council's proposal to remove the footbridge and replace it with a pedestrian crossing to make way for the Clontarf – Amiens Street cycle lane. It's worth noting that this was after Ó Ríordáin had successfully campaigned for the bridge's refurbishment in 2015, resulting in a €500,000 investment from the council.
Thankfully, the pedestrian bridge has survived these challenges and continues to serve the community.
I LIKE THIS BRIDGE AND USE IT FREQUENTLY