Mayo local election candidate Andy Wilson has also put his name forward as a candidate Westport Town Council. Mr Wilson said he had originally not intended to stand in the town, but had been encouraged to do so by supporters.
The Independent candidate recently made a 26 page submission to the Westport Draft Town Development Plan. Among the proposals contained within the submission were a number relating to public transport. “For several years I have been calling for better public transport in Mayo. In particular there is a massive need for a frequent bus service between Westport and Castlebar. I would also like to see minibus services linking Louisburgh and Newport with Westport.
Mr Wilson has also proposed that space within the lower Mill St car park is made available for two bus boarding bays and a covered waiting area with refreshment facilities and has also made a number of proposals aimed at improving train services.
