Bitter war of words in Waterford over planned shopping centre

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Archiseek / Ireland / News / 2006 / October 8

A war of words has erupted in Waterford with high-profile locals trading accusations over controversial plans to construct a new commercial development in the city centre. One well-known auctioneer has questioned the motives of a local environmental campaigner who is actively opposing the proposed scheme, accusing him of undermining commercial development in the city. Now trade unions claim there is an orchestrated campaign by sections of the business community and some local politicians to damage the objector's credibility. KRM Construction Partnership, a Leinster consortium headed by Enniscorthy businessman Dan Kickham, has sought planning for a 280m development on a 5.1acre site bordering Michael Street, New Street, Stephen Street and Brown's Lane.

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