<p>Their report said the former Bessborough estate has been identified as having “residential development potential" and as having a very important role to play locally with respect to "placemaking and delivery of a neighbourhood park".</p>

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<p>The Monk's arrest may give Daniel Kinahan (pictured) and others cause to think they’re next. Picture: Collins Dublin</p>

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