'This is how we live now' - Bantry flood supports welcome but businesses still fearing worst

The latest flood relief supports for small businesses and organisations have been confirmed

Council workers deploying pumps in Bantry earlier this month.  Picture: Andy Gibson.

There was a time when businesses in Ireland had to get cameras simply to protect their premises from theft. The unfortunate reality of doing business in Bantry in 2025 means putting cameras in place to spot rising waters.

Danielle Delaney, chair of the Bantry Business Association met a business owner this week who is fitting a camera outside their premises. "She said she didn't want to get a camera but she needed it to point down at the drain outside, so she can see if the water levels are rising," said Ms Delaney.