Working group begins discussions on docklands future

THE working group set up by the troubled Shannon Foynes Port Company (SPFC) has commenced its deliberations on the future of the 44-acre docklands and a further 36 acres of adjoining property.

The group, which includes representatives of the port company, members of Limerick City Council, port users and other interested groups, is chaired by Mid-West Regional Authority director Tom Kirby.

He said yesterday: “We are starting out from scratch and every single proposal/submission regarding the future of Limerick port will be given due consideration.