'If this wall collapses, the harbour can't operate': Ballycotton fishermen warn sea barrier needs urgent repairs

Chunks of concrete have been knocked out of the sea wall which protects the eastern side of Ballycotton harbour, home to more than 20 fishing boats 

Waves crashing over the sea wall which protects Ballycotton Harbour in East Cork. Fisherman have called for urgent repairs as part of a wider harbour upgrade. Picture courtesy Pat O’Donovan 

Fishermen have called for urgent and long-lasting repairs to a vital sea wall as part of a wider harbour upgrade plan after massive cracks appeared in the structure.

They said the jobs and the commercial viability of the scenic fishing village of Ballycotton in East Cork depends on it.