Trafficking survivor to set the pace at Cork city marathon

The full marathon starts on St Patrick's St at 8.15am, the 10k race starts at 8.45am, with assembly on Merchant’s Quay, and the half marathon starts at 10.15am

Noel Selorm Adabblah, originally from Ghana, will run as a pacer in this Sunday's Cork city Marathon.

A man who was trafficked into the fishing industry and who spent years in direct provision before finding a home is set to be an official pacer in this weekend's Cork city marathon.

Sanctuary Runner Noel Selorm Adabblah, who is originally from Ghana, will pace the 90-minute speed in the half marathon at Sunday's event.