Munster Rugby loses advertising sign row

Munster Rugby might be flying high in Europe, but they have suffered a rare defeat at Thomond Park — to a group of local residents.

An Bord Pleanála has ruled in favour of Mayorstone Coolraine Residents’ Association, in a row over controversial proposals to erect two large advertising billboards on the wall of the stadium’s south terrace.

The residents successfully appealed a decision of Limerick City and County Council to grant the owners of Thomond Park planning permission for the illuminated commercial hoardings.