The Belfast High Court recently blocked plans to upgrade the A5 road between Dublin and Donegal, a major infrastructure project aimed at improving safety. Judge McAlinden acknowledged that his ruling might result in fatalities due to the road's current dangerous state. This situation highlights a significant conflict between Stormont parties advocating for the expansion of the road and the stringent environmental regulations that prevent such developments. The upgrade was projected to cost £1.7bn, making it Northern Ireland's most expensive project, with significant financial involvement from the Republic's taxpayers.
The Belfast High Court last week blocked the upgrading of a major road between Dublin and Donegal even though the judge accepted his decision is likely to lead to people being killed and seriously maimed.
Mr Justice McAlinden's decision has thrown into turmoil a plan to save lives on one of Ireland's most dangerous roads.
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