City poised to take over Vision Centre after funding row

The head of Cork City Council has confirmed the city is ready to take over management of the Cork Vision Centre from Cork Civic Trust after a row over funding and its future direction.

City poised to take over Vision Centre after funding row

New uses for the visitor attraction are already being considered, with Cllr Sean Martin (FF) suggesting the council play a key role in the city’s 1916 centenary celebrations. Officials say they are currently considering the proposal.

The trust, which has managed the building for the last 17 years, has received some €3.08m in city council funding since 2001 to manage and run the council-owned facility. The city funds 96.5% of the Vision Centre costs.

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