It’s claimed good-faith negotiations with landowners is the only viable way to secure the future of the Cliffs of Moher walking trail.
A leaked report aiming to address the future management of the coastal walk by Tobin Consultants, has recommended the council should have full title of all the lands by outright purchase and compulsory purchase orders if necessary.
It also estimates that the cliff walk, which is partially closed on health and safety grounds will not reopen fully until 2028.
Clare Independent MEP Michael McNamara says landowners need proper remuneration for what they already provide.
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Clare County Council Statement
“As the “Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk Management Plan” or the so-called Tobin Report, is still a draft and not signed off by the relevant partners, Clare County Council cannot comment on the report at this stage.
The local authority does acknowledge however the upset to landowners following the leaked report of the initial draft, with much of the attention from the leaked report focusing on the possible use of CPO. This is never the preferred option of Clare County Council who remain committed to continue working with local landowners in the area to ensure a walk can ultimately exist from Doolin to Hags Head.
Clare County Council looks forward to engaging and discussing future plans for the Cliffs of Moher Walk with all interested parties following the publication of the final report.”
