Demolition of disused buildings along Waterford quays under way

Demolition work has started on a number of large disused buildings on Waterford City’s North Quays which have been the subject of controversy for years.

The 16-week demolition programme — which got under way yesterday — will clear the riverside site for development and includes buildings once used for milling by Odulums and silos formerly used by animal feed suppliers R&H Hall.

One of the structures involved has been used in recent years for the erection of large banners, including one to promote Waterford’s last hosting of the Tall Ships Races in 2011.