Awards scheme for people who help the disabled

Cork County Council is to set up an awards system for people who help the disabled and will concentrate on making town centres more disabled-friendly.

The move is the brainchild of outgoing Mayor of County Cork Cllr Noel O’Connor who last year decided to blindfold himself to see how difficult it is for visually impaired people to walk around his hometown of Mallow.

Mr O’Connor said a special ceremony would take place, probably next September, to recognise people who help the disabled live a more fulfilled life, whether through work or improving mobility.