Community in Whitegate fear tragic event without footpath extension

Pedestrians compelled to step onto 30-metre section on roadway that barely facilitates two cars to pass

Residents from Glebe Manor hillside estate at Ardnabourkey are pleading with Cork County Council to continue efforts to provide a footpath extension on a busy stretch of road, even demonstrating to vent local frustrations and to highlight the situation. Picture: Christy Parker

Residents in an estate in East Cork are pleading with Cork County Council to continue efforts to provide a footpath extension on a busy stretch of road, despite recently having to abandon plans at the last minute.

The footpath from Whitegate's Glebe Manor hillside estate at Ardnabourkey slopes towards the busy R630 junction, which connects to Whitegate village, a playground, and riverside walkways.