Fears Cork's new LED public lights 'won't be bright enough'

The replacement of 82,000 public lights in Co Cork by 2023 will significantly reduce Cork County Council's energy costs. Picture: Corbis

A multi-million euro programme to replace 82,000 public lights in Co Cork with new, energy-efficient LED bulbs has been questioned by some councillors, who don't think they're bright enough.

Would-be contractors have up until December 8 to submit tenders, with the successful applicant  likely to be chosen next summer.