10. Walking, Accessibility and Public Realm

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Justin Dolan

10. Walking, Accessibility and Public Realm

Footpath widening for Covid has made walking on city streets much easier. However, traffic light set ups impede safe walking. Crossing the River Liffey involves a zig zag dance across the busy quays at some key bridges, which lead pedestrians to taking chances and encourages jay walking. An example is to try and walk in a straight line from the Guinness Storehouse to Smithfield - a popular route for tourists and residents. Time allocations at pedestrian crossings are very car oriented and pedestrians are very rushed, after waiting a long time for the "green man".