Duffy reports 'significant' progress on Ballina project
Ballina-based Fine Gael Senator Mark Duffy signs the register on his first day in Seanad Éireann.
Fine Gael Senator Mark Duffy has welcomed "significant progress" on the long-awaited development of the IDA Business Park on the Sligo Road in Ballina.
Senator Duffy said the news marks "a major step forward for economic growth in County Mayo".
IDA Ireland owns approximately 10.6 hectares of industrial zoned land on the Sligo Road in Quignashee, Ballina, however, the site itself has been idle and vacant for a number of years and there has been constant political pressure to get the project advanced.
In a statement, Senator Duffy confirmed that a tender process is now advancing for critical site preparation and access works, alongside master planning of the site.
This initiative aims to unlock the park’s full potential to attract high-skilled, high-paying jobs to the region.
“I am delighted to confirm that progress is finally being made on the development of the IDA site on the Sligo Road in Ballina,” said Senator Mark Duffy. “This has been a priority of mine since being elected, and I’m grateful for the support of Minister for Enterprise Peter Burke and the IDA for getting it to this stage.”
The tender will facilitate essential groundwork to prepare the site for future investment and development.
Senator Duffy pledged to continue working closely with stakeholders to ensure the project advances and "delivers tangible benefits" for the people of County Mayo.
This development is expected to enhance Ballina’s attractiveness as a location for innovative businesses and contribute to job creation and economic prosperity in the northwest region.
