Cork retailers seek heavier garda presence on city centre streets

Energy support scheme will be extended if needed

Pictured at the Retail Excellence, informative retail and discussion event at the Deane Hotel, in Cork were from left, Duncan Graham, CEO Retail Excellence Ireland; Paul Gallagher, Corkboard member and MD Skechers; Damien English TD Minister of State, business, employment and retail and Matthew Browne, retail futurist consultant. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Retailers in Cork said a heavier Garda presence is needed on the city’s streets as they are experiencing a concerning increase in antisocial behaviour.

Businesses complained of regular incidents of open drug use, thefts and abuse of staff a city centre locations.