Outrage as affordable homes project moves ahead
A major split developed among Fine Gael councillors at a heated debate in County Hall. Many of them were baited by Fianna Fáil members during exchanges which caused Mayor Michael Creed to threaten to adjourn the meeting.
A proposal to amend the plan to create a “unique” village at Darrara, near Clonakilty, was put forward by FG’s Cllr Jim Daly. He was then accused by doing a major U-turn by FF’s Cllr Joe Carroll. Mr Daly denied claims that six months ago he was widely reported as being against the project, although he admitted he still had some concerns about the development.