It's understood the Minister was unhappy with the "slow pace" in which the project was progressing
Minister for the Environment Eamon Ryan has withdrawn the €20million funding set aside for the Pathfinder Project in Naas.
The aim of the project was to transform part of the town centre, especially around Corban's Lane, New Row and Murtagh's Corner, to make those areas more cycling and walking friendly.
However, Kfm understands that Minister Ryan was frustrated with the pace in which the project was progressing, and has now pulled the funding.
Kildare County Council communicated that the Part 8 approval would likely be in quarter 3 of next year, but the Minister had stipulated previously it must be completed by quarter 1 or 2.
The Council says it will continue to explore all possible options to fund the progression of the project, including maintaining open communications with Minister Ryan's Department.

Kfm Obituary Notices
Motorist To Face Court Date After Being Under The Influence With Fake Licence In Kildare
Coimisiún Na Meán In Contact With Tik Tok Following Social Media Posts Of Dangerous Driving
Litter Action Programme Urges More Kildare Primary Schools To Get Involved In New Year
GRA Welcomes Announcement Of Pursuit Training For Garda Members Following M9 Crash In Moone
Two Kildare Arts Organisations Awarded Over €27K
Naas Tech Firm Receives €70M Investment As Employment Expected To Double There
Funeral Details To Be Revealed For Five Teenagers As Four Other People Remain In Hospital After M9 Crash