90 submissions on local government reform

Up to 90 submissions have been made to the group tasked with reviewing local government structures in Cork.

The figure was confirmed by review group chairman Alf Smiddy after Friday’s deadline passed. It had been extended by a week to allow more time for submissions.

“In recent weeks we have received very detailed and informative presentations from the two primary stakeholders — Cork City and Cork County Councils — and comprehensive submissions were made by both authorities specific to our mandate and terms of reference,” Mr Smiddy said.