Business groups appeal for withdrawal of legal challenge to Cork flood scheme

'We ask SCC to consider whether this judicial review is proportionate to their stated goal of protecting heritage and whether it is appropriate to delay a project that has received such widespread support and approval.'

The flooding in Cork city last month. Picture Dan Linehan

Business groups in Cork have issued a joint appeal calling for the withdrawal of legal challenges to the Morrison’s Island flood defence. 

Cork Chamber, Cork Business Association, Construction Industry Federation, Vintners Federation of Ireland Cork City Branch and Retail Excellence Ireland came together following last month's flooding event to make the plea ahead of a High Court hearing tomorrow of an application from the Save Cork City (SCC) group for a judicial review of the scheme.