Legal challenge lodged to Cork city flood project

The move will delay delivery of the Blackpool flood relief scheme by up to a year

The Bride River at Orchard Court, Blackpool, Cork is set to be covered in concrete as part of the flood protection measures for Blackpool, Cork. 

Campaigners opposed to a controversial flood defence project in Cork city have lodged a legal challenge before today’s deadline.

The move, confirmed by the Save Our Bride Otters (SOBO) group, will delay delivery of the Blackpool flood relief scheme by up to a year.