Tipperary councillor Michael Murphy has pledged to prioritize securing funding for the N24 road improvement project after being elected as chair of the Tipperary-Cahir Municipal District. The election took place at a meeting on June 25, 2026, according to local reports.
Murphy, a Fine Gael representative, stated that the N24, which connects Limerick to Waterford via Tipperary town, is a critical route for economic development and safety. He emphasized the need for continued advocacy to secure government investment for upgrades.
The N24 has been a long-standing issue in the region, with previous calls for improvements to address congestion and accident rates. Murphy's election as district chair is seen as a strategic move to amplify these efforts at the local government level.
