City and County Council criticised over underspend on cycling and walking measures

Galway City and County Councils are facing criticism over new figures that show both had an underspend on cycling and walking infrastructure last year. 

A combined total of €18 million was allocated to both local authorities by Eamon Ryan and the National Transport Authority. 

Galway County Council spent around two-thirds of the funding allocated - but Galway City Council spent less than half. 

Speaking to Galway Talks, Green Party chair and local Senator Pauline O' Reilly says it's not acceptable - and both councils need to step up: