A local resident from Ramelton says that they have “great concern” over the area’s road safety, after a number of alleged near-misses with speeding traffic whilst walking.
The resident, who wishes to remain anonymous, tells Donegal Daily that the speeding issue along the Aughnish Road, and the road leading past the Swilly Rovers Football Club grounds, has been exacerbated by motorists allegedly not sticking to the 50kph speed limit.
They say that despite reaching out to local political representatives, no measures have been taken to address the speeding issue in these zones.
“I am a resident of Ramelton, and have expressed great concern to my local TD’s and Councillors, about the need for speed control on (these) two roads in the town. But as yet I’ve heard little, and no action has been taken,” they told Donegal Daily.
“I got a lot of responses from local politicians, but no follow-up after that.”
“The two roads regularly have people walking, walking dogs, or people walking, and are at risk of (being run) over, as people don’t respect the speed change to 50kmh.”
According to the resident, the danger is only heightened due to the prevalence of speeding near the Swilly Rovers grounds, where many local children go to training and may be at further risk.
“Many children go (there) to train, and there have been near misses. It’s only a matter of time before an accident, or fatality happens,” the resident said.
“Great concern” over Ramelton road safety after near misses was last modified: February 8th, 2026 by Staff Writer
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