Concern over regeneration money

MEMBERS of Limerick City Council who yesterday backed the €1.7 million regeneration programme for run-down parts of the city have called on the Government to publicly declare the necessary funding will be forthcoming.

The master plans for the regeneration of Southill, Ballinacurra Weston, Southill and St Mary’s Park which were presented to the council on October 27 were yesterday supported by the council at a special meeting.

However, some members voiced concern— due to the economic downturn— the necessary funding may not be made available when thousands of new houses need to be build.