Cork city centre quays to be fenced off to prevent public gatherings

Last weekend, cars parked in the area were clamped and motorists had to pay a €120 release fee

It follows recent large gatherings during lockdown on the port’s property, particularly along Albert Quay and Kennedy Quay. File photo: Denis Scannell

The Port of Cork plans to fence off sections of its city centre quays ahead of the bank holiday weekend in an effort to prevent large public gatherings.

The port company said the move was being taken in the interest of public safety and to accommodate its commercial shipping traffic on what are 24/7 working quays.