Showdown over future of Cork fairground

A SHOWDOWN is looming over city plans to acquire the prime 22-acre Showgrounds site in Cork’s docklands.

The 164-year-old Munster Agricultural Society, which leases the site long-term from the city council, has expressed its concerns over the council’s plans to buy it under a compulsory purchase order (CPO).

It is also expected to strongly contest the move.