Fears for multimillion public realm projects in Cork towns

Government sought expressions of interest from local authorities in 2021 but there has been no further requests to formally apply for funding

Planned works for Cobh include a restructured promenade, almost total footpath renewal, a revamp of the town’s squares, large areas for outdoor dining, and new landscaped gardens. Picture: Eddie O'Hare

Concerns have been raised that multimillion public realm and infrastructure upgrades planned for two Cork towns may not go ahead.

Government first sought expressions of interest from local authorities for town regeneration projects to make them more sustainable for projected population increases in 2021.