The next phase of construction works on the Morrison's Island Public Realm and Flood Defence Scheme in Cork have commenced.

These latest works stretch from the junction of Parliament Bridge to Holy Trinity Church, with a road closure and traffic diversions now set in place at the location.

When completed, the scheme will deliver significant public realm upgrades along Morrison's Quay and Fr Matthew Quay between Parliament Bridge and Parnell Bridge, including improved streetscape, a wide riverside walkway, a new plaza at the eastern end of the South Mall and a redesigned Trinity Bridge. The scheme will also provide flood protection for up to 400 city centre properties. 

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Service diversions and works on the new Parnell Plaza are ongoing and the cleaning and repointing of the quay walls at the Parnell Plaza/South Mall end of the scheme is well underway. 

It is expected that works will be completed by mid 2026.

For more information on the scheme, see here.