Minster Simon Coveney announces development for Dinish Wharf.
Up to 20 million euro in funding is to be spent on developing Dinish Wharf - which is expected to boost many different sectors of the local economy.
Minister for the Marine Simon Coveney made the announcement during the week and the plans are set to include a major pier extension which will see it almost double in size and shipyard facilities will also be upgraded.
The works are expected to begin by late next year and hoped to be completed by 2017.
Speaking to RedFM News, Chairman of the Castletownbere Development Association Darren Lynch says the development will boost many sectors in the area:
More from Cork
-
Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
Councillor Joe Kavanagh will be handing over the mayoral chains outside of City Hall for the first time ever on June 18th due to the pandemic
-
Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
-
International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
-
UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
-
Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
-
UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries