Large crowds dispersed from Bell's Field as residents' unease grows at location's popularity

Lord Mayor of Cork Joe Kavanagh described last night's gatherings as 'just bedlam'

People relax at Bell's Field, Cork overlooking the northside of Cork City. Late social gatherings have caused unease among residents under Level 5 restrictions. Picture: Larry Cummins

Gardaí responded to multiple outdoor social gatherings last night across Cork City in what the Lord Mayor of Cork Joe Kavanagh described as "just bedlam". 

Mr Kavanagh said gardaí resources are stretched thin attempting to clear outdoor gatherings across the north and south side of the city.