Cork Flood Defences Day 1: Two sides have different views on solution to city’s flooding issues

As Cork City Council and the Office of Public Works draw up plans to erect controversial flood defences in the city centre, the Irish Examiner brings you an alternative view. All this week, we highlight the shortlisted entries to the Save Cork City competition to unlock the potential of Morrisson’s Island in the heart of the city centre and reimagine what its future might hold. Some are brave. Some are bold. But all are designed to spark debate. The overall winner will be revealed in the Irish Examiner next Monday.

DAY 1: While the OPW wants city-centre defences, Save Cork City group wants a downstream flood barrier. Eoin English reports

THE urgent need for a major flood defence plan for Cork City centre was brought into sharp focus following the devastating 2009 flood which left a €100m trail of destruction.