Luas for Cork should be developed now, says Cork City Council chief Ann Doherty

Transport-led development through light rail is key for Cork, Ms Doherty said

Guest speaker Ann Doherty, Chief Executive, Cork City Council, at the Cork Chamber Business Breakfast at Cork International Hotel on Thursday. Picture: Larry Cummins

A light rail Luas system for Cork should be built immediately to encourage development along its route rather than waiting for population densities to increase first, the city’s chief executive has said.

A tram system has long been mooted for Cork and work is ongoing to select a preferred route between Ballincollig and Mahon, connecting Cork’s universities, hospital, city centre and emerging Docklands. The 17km route will include 25 stops and will have a 45-minute journey time along its full length.