Broadband hub at rural heritage centre a godsend for students and community groups

The new hub at Laharn Heritage Centre is the first of many to be rolled out across County Cork 

'It is brilliant,' says student Emma Barrett who can swiftly download or upload material for her work or studies just by driving up to Laharn Heritage Centre. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

We've all heard of drive-through fast-food restaurants. Now welcome to drive-through broadband — the potential saviour of rural Ireland.

A heritage centre in North Cork has become a godsend for students and businesspeople who can't rely on a decent broadband service in their area.