A deputation from Castlelyons and surrounding areas told members of the Fermoy Municipal District committee that they have been left shaken and frightened at a notoriously dangerous junction.

The deputation was invited to the meeting by Fermoy MD chairperson, Cllr Frank O’Flynn following years of complaints by locals, fears that were again highlighted by Cllr William O’Leary at last months municipal meeting.

Their concerns relate to Leary’s Cross, where spokesperson for the deputation Edel Bourke, has lived very close to her entire life.

On occasions, Ms Bourke said she has necessity to pass through Leary’s Cross up to six times a day, dreading it every time in case she will be in a collision.

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