Sligo County Council is preparing to scale back its roads programme due to rising costs impacting planned works. Councillors are urgently requesting additional core funding to mitigate the expected reductions in service delivery. The cuts will likely mean some projects initially approved for completion this year will be delayed or cancelled. The increased costs are placing significant strain on the existing budget allocated for road maintenance and improvements. Local representatives argue that without extra funding, the condition of Sligo’s road network will deteriorate. The council is currently assessing the extent of the impact and exploring potential solutions, but acknowledges the challenging financial situation. This situation highlights ongoing concerns about adequate funding for local infrastructure projects nationwide.