Docklands redevelopment could face delays

PARTS of the multi-billion euro regeneration of Cork’s docklands could be delayed by the Ringaskiddy decision.

The relocation of the Port of Cork’s activities downstream from the city centre is crucial for the city to proceed with its transformation of the sprawling docklands region.

But An Bord Pleanála’s decision to refuse planning permission for the new container terminal at Oysterbank has thrown a spanner in the works.