Large gatherings reported at several Cork public amenities 

One councillors has called for some amenities to be closed to prevent large gatherings, while another has suggested the army could be deployed to help gardaí police the area.

Crowds at The Lough yesterday. Picture: Jim Coughlan.

A city councillor has called for the army to be deployed to some of Cork’s public greens and amenities to deter large gatherings and anti-social behaviour.

Cllr Mick Finn said after a third weekend of large late-night gatherings and public drinking at places like the Lough, Bell’s Field, Canty’s Field and last night at Kennedy Quay, it has become clear that garda resources are being stretched when it comes to enforcing the various public health restrictions.