Extra staff and equipment in a bid to keep Cork's streets clean

Cork City Council said new specialised power washing unit, with two new staff, will be operational in February 2025

Cork City Council blamed the staining and discolouration of the city’s granite paving on drinks spillages. Picture: Dan Linehan

A new specialised power-washing unit and two new staff are set to be deployed in Cork city centre within weeks to help keep the streets clean.

It will bring to two the number of power-washing units which are available to wash the city’s streets and pavements on a daily basis.