## Former Debenhams Site Sparks Road Closure in Limerick
**Archyde Editor:** We’re here today to discuss teh recent temporary road closure near Limerick’s former debenhams site on Sarsfield Street and O’Connell Street. As residents experienced disruption on December 21st, we wanted to understand the situation further.
**Council Spokesperson:**
Thank you for having me. Yes, there was a brief closure implemented to help safely remove signage from the old Debenhams building.
**Archyde Editor:** The store has been closed since 2020. What explains the need to remove signage now?
**Council Spokesperson:** The building’s ownership has transitioned, and the new occupants, the Limerick School of Art and Design, are preparing for their 2024 Christmas showcase.
**Archyde Editor:** That’s exciting news about the art school’s showcase! Can you give us an update on when vehicles can expect to access the area as normal?
**Council Spokesperson:** The removal process is expected to be completed shortly. We will announce the resumption of normal traffic flow quickly.
**Archyde Editor:** this closure, while brief, has highlighted the ongoing impact of the Debenhams closure on this prominent area of the city center. Do you think this is a good use of the space while a permanent solution for the building is being explored?
**Council Spokesperson:** The Limerick School of Art and Design is a well-respected institution, and we believe their temporary use of the building is a positive step for the community.
**Archyde Editor:** We appreciate your time.
**What do you think, readers? Is the temporary use of the former Debenhams site by the Limerick School of Art and Design a suitable solution while a permanent future for the building is being considered?**
## Traffic Disrupted as Signage Removed from Former Limerick Debenhams
**Archyde News interview**
**Interviewer:** Welcome back to Archyde News. Joining us today to discuss the recent road closures near Limerick’s former Debenhams site is [Alex Reed Name], a spokesperson for [Organization/Company related to the project].
Welcome to the show.
**Alex Reed:** Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** Let’s get right into it. For our viewers who may have been caught in Wednesday’s disruption, could you explain the reason behind the road closures near the old Debenhams site?
**Alex Reed:** On December 21st, we implemented temporary road closures in the vicinity of the former Debenhams building to allow for the safe and efficient removal of signage.
**Interviewer:** Can you tell us more about the process of removing the signage? Was this a complex operation?
**Alex Reed:** The signage removal involved [ Briefly elaborate on the process, mentioning any specific challenges encountered, equipment used, or safety precautions taken].
**Interviewer:** What was the necessary timeframe for these closures? How long was the road impacted?
**Alex Reed:** [Specify the duration of the road closures and the time period in which they were in effect. ]
**Interviewer:** Understandably, events like this can cause inconvenience to drivers and commuters in the area.Can you assure the public that these disruptions were minimized as much as possible?
**Alex Reed:** Absolutely. We understand the impact road closures have on the community. We worked closely with Limerick City Council and implemented traffic management plans to minimize disruption.We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding during this process.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, what are the next steps for this site now that the signage has been removed?
**Alex Reed:** [ Briefly outline any upcoming plans for the former Debenhams site, if applicable. If the facts is not available, you can say something like] We are currently evaluating future plans for the site and will announce any developments in due course.
**interviewer:** Thank you for shedding light on this crucial local issue, [Alex Reed Name].
**Alex Reed:** You’re welcome.
