94 compo claims after falls on public footpaths

A total of 94 compensation claims have been taken against Limerick County Council over the past five years by people who had trips and falls on public footpaths.

The number of claims increased 12 in 2008 to 32 last year.

While the amount paid out in compensation decreased from just over €456,000 in 2008 to a little more than €189,000 last year, this is due to the fact that many claims taken last year have yet to finalised and settled.