Minister's objection jeopardizes Kildare Village-style centre in Cork

Minister for Local Government, Darragh O’Brien, also wants the zoning of lands in Bantry and Corrin to be changed

Councillors have reacted furiously to Mr O’Brien’s intervention over the Cork Tourist Outlet Village, with many calling it an attack on local democracy. File photo

Plans for a €800m retail centre in Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork, have been put in jeopardy again, along with zoning for industry and housing in other towns across the county.

The need for such projects was cemented in the recently launched County Development Plan (CDP) 2022–2027. However, Cork County Council has been informed of an objection to elements of the plan from Minister for Local Government, Darragh O’Brien, on foot of advice he has received from the Office of the Planning Regulator (OPR).