Micheál Martin ‘shocked’ at events centre delay

The Government has engaged in the “worst piece of modern-day electoral cynicism” in relation to Cork’s proposed event centre, Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin has claimed.

Speaking to the Irish Examiner, Mr Martin said he is “shocked” at the lack of progress on the project, which he said is stifling tourism in the city.

Mr Martin has also called for the creation of a business and finance hub in Cork, similar to Dublin’s IFSC, to keep young professionals working and living in the city.