Limerick's International Rugby Experience to develop apart from council after ‘misplaced commentary’ 

CEO Barry Hannon said it also declined an offer made by John Moran to keep the venue open

The International Rugby Experience, situated in the heart of Limerick City, is set to close on December 23. Picture: Picture: Paul Lehane

The CEO of the International Rugby Experience (IRE) has said it has declined an offer made by John Moran last week, who had committed €300,000 of his mayoral budget over a three-year period to keep the venue afloat, adding that the firm will look at the future of the venue without Limerick City and County Council.

In a letter seen by the Irish Examiner, Barry Hannon confirmed it has disengaged with the council on the transfer of ownership for the premises.