The long-awaited improvement to the Local Link 363 Dungarvan–Tallow service has been confirmed, following sustained campaigning by the local residents of Ballyduff Upper.

The new route will help connect the area to key towns and onward destinations.

Conor D. McGuinness TD, who is Sinn Féin spokesperson on Rural Affairs, welcomed the development:

“This is a very important step for the people of Ballyduff and the wider area. The lack of regular and reliable transport has been a major barrier for families, workers and older people. This enhanced service will help change that.”

The improvement was confirmed in response to a Parliamentary Question submitted by Deputy McGuinness, following ongoing engagement with Local Link Waterford, the NTA and the Minister for Transport.

The enhanced 363 service will increase connectivity between Dungarvan, Tallow and Ballyduff, with further links to wider destinations.

Timetable updates are expected in the coming week.

“This is about fairness and inclusion,” added McGuinness. “We’ll keep working to make sure every rural community in Waterford has access to the services they need.”

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