Concerns the disclosure could cover a four-year period despite only coming to light

THE investigation into “irregularities” in Cork city’s bin tags and parking discs distribution system may involve a sum in excess of €800,000, it has emerged.

There were also concerns that the “irregularities” discovered following an internal audit ordered by Cork City Council may cover a period of about four years even though the issue was only discovered recently.

The issue came to light towards the end of the city council’s bi-monthly meeting on Monday night. Labour councillor Denis O’Flynn questioned city officials about a paragraph in a statutory audit report on the council’s 2007 finances.