Former Cork school building to be converted into accommodation for Ukrainian refugees

The former Gaelscoil Uí Ríordáin building has been vacant for more than a decade

Site work is underway to facilitate the conversion of the former Gaeilscoil Uí Ríordáin in Ballincollig. Stock Image.

A former school which has lain vacant for over a decade on the outskirts of Cork city is being redeveloped to house up to 94 Ukrainian refugees.

Site work is underway ahead of the conversion of the former Gaelscoil Uí Ríordáin building in Coolroe, Ballincollig, for residential use.