Fears market canopy will encourage antisocial behaviour

BUSINESS owners in one of Cork’s most historic market areas have expressed concerns ahead ofa crucial decision tonight on a €1 million facelift which includes plans to roof part of their street.

City councillors are expected to give the green light later to the €1.2 million Cornmarket Street revamp, designed to transform the area known to generations as the Coal Quay.

Cornmarket Street has long been famous for its street traders and hosts an open air market every Saturday.