John O'Donoghue (Kerry South, Fianna Fail)

I have no doubt that the drama in Páirc Uí Chaoimh, a long-running saga in many acts, will give great joy and entertainment to our fellow countymen and women.

Returning to the topic, the organisers of Cork City of Culture have ensured that events being put on in the city are innovative, imaginative and attractive. When the entire year is reviewed, we will be proud of what has happened in Cork.

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