Waterways Ireland advises masters of vessels on the Royal Canal that due to persisting mechanical issues with Begnagh Bridge that necessitate repairs, the lift bridge can only be operated manually on a limited fixed schedule until mid-June.

The dates of operation are approximately every two weeks apart, as follows:

• Friday 15 April at 10am
• Thursday 28 April at 10am
• Friday 13 May at 10am
• Friday 27 May at 10am
• Friday 10 June at 10am
• Friday 24 June at 10am

Prior notice must be given two days in advance to the water patroller in Clondra on 087 915 1400.