State concedes in challenge to 'crazy' flood plan for Blackpool

Save Our Bride Otters (SOBO) said that the State conceded that there was insufficient public consultation on the flood scheme

The Bride River at Orchard Court, Blackpool in Cork. This section was set to be covered in concrete as part of the flood protection measures for the area. Photo: Larry Cummins

The Government has conceded its case in a judicial review against a flood scheme brought by an advocacy group in Cork.

Save Our Bride Otters (SOBO) said last night that the State conceded on one of the grounds brought by the group – that there was insufficient public consultation on the flood scheme.