Lemass fears on airport location

CONCERNS about the safety of the current location of Cork Airport at Ballygarvan for commercial air service were voiced by former taoiseach Seán Lemass during the 1950s.

However, Mr Lemass as the then minister for industry and commerce, subsequently overruled a number of safety reports which advised against building Cork Airport on the current site which was also known as Farmer’s Cross.

The reports ruled out the current location of Cork Airport on the grounds of suitability and safety.