Residents living near Croke Park in Dublin say they are being kept in the dark about plans to host concerts at the stadium during the summer.

The prospect of Garth Brooks playing any shows in Croke Park this month appeared to recede last night with a fresh court bid to stop the three licensed shows and Brooks sticking with his desire to play all five concerts.

Garth Brooks last night issued an ultimatum that he will play five concerts in Ireland later this month or "none at all".