Running repairs to popular Limerick monument

AFTER a lengthy period out of commission the Wild Geese monument, located at Merchant's Quay in Limerick city is back in action.

The Wild Geese monument, sculptured by William H Turner, was a gift from the government of Spokane in Washington, USA to honour the families that were forced to flee Limerick following the siege.

In recent weeks, the scaffolding which had bordered the water feature had ruffled more than a few feathers around the city.

According to Limerick City and County Council, “the scaffolding was erected after damage to the fountain was detected.”

The spokesperson for the council added that the damage “posed a potential health and safety risk.”

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An area with scenic value, many members of the public took to social media to voice their concerns on the appearance the construction equipment had on the picturesque views.

During its repair, one social media user dubbed the safety equipment as “eyesore fencing,” while some of the public wondered if the local authority “forgot” about the scaffolding altogether.

With popular events taking place over the summer, including Limerick Bastille Day Wild Geese Festival, the council have completed the rejuvenation of the fountain just in time.

It's a monument with a history of damage to its structure - back in 2019 Councillor John Gilligan also saw a council motion passed on previous restoration works.