Unease over large gatherings at The Lough in Cork city

A file on the matter is now being prepared for submission to the Director of Public Prosecutions

Enjoying a drink amongst the large crowds which gathered at The Lough in Cork yesterday

Large gatherings of people at The Lough in Cork city have sparked calls for a localised policing plan for the popular southside amenity.

Despite repeated appeals from gardaí and political leaders for people not to gather over the St Patrick's Day festivities, groups of people congregated at The Lough and other public amenities during today's fine weather.