Controlled bonfire night a success, say gardaí

A NEW controlled approach to Cork’s traditional bonfire night celebrations has been hailed a success.

Gardaí reported a relatively trouble-free night, bar a number of incidents on the city’s northside. The fire service, which had a dedicated unit on duty to cope with the extra work, was called out to 120 fires in several suburbs.

But overall, the night passed off peacefully. The success was put down in part to Cork City Council’s decision to invest €24,000 promoting free family-orientated alcohol free events in specific areas of the city.