When will the Royal Canal be fully navigable from Dublin to the Shannon?
A. The Royal Canal is currently navigable between Dublin and Ballybrannigan Harbour just outside Ballymahon in Co. Longford. Waterways Ireland are in the process of carrying out restoration works on the Royal Canal between Ballybrannigan Harbour and the Shannon Navigation at Clondara. It is estimated that these works will be completed during 2008.