Ulster Canal to enhance tourist and hospitality opportunities

The Tánaiste says the government will continue its term, despite Eamon Ryan's resignation. The completion of the second phase of the Ulster canal refurbishment in Clones was welcomed yesterday - connecting Clonfad and Clones at a cost of €28m. The investment saw the creation of 80 new construction jobs throughout this second phase of development, with the newly launched amenities supporting an enhanced number of tourist and hospitality opportunities. The vision for Clones Marina, agreed following public consultation, is a Marina that safely links the wider waterway and greenway network into the heart of Clones Town, providing a memorable and unique gateway to Co Monaghan and the border region; a place to engage with the water, landscape, ecology and the celebrated heritage of Clones. Micheál Martin says its "proof" the government is "working hard."