Páirc revamp to generate €12m on big-game days

The €67m redevelopment of Páirc Uí Chaoimh in Cork will create over 400 construction jobs and boost the economy by millions, it was confirmed last night.

Planning is due to be lodged in October, and once the stadium redevelopment is completed by 2015, it is expected to contribute €12m to the local economy on big-game days.

The details emerged last night as Cork county board officials and engineers overseeing the massive construction project briefed delegates on the scheme. They were told that pending the outcome of the planning process, it is hoped that building work will begin late next year and be completed in 2015.