Planning permission has been upheld for a rugby museum backed by JP McManus and endorsed by Paul O'Connell. McManus is believed to be contributing €10 million for the International Rugby Experience which was initially granted permission by Limerick City and County Council in February but the process was held up after an appeal from An Taisce. An Bord Pleanala's decision to ensure the planning permission would go ahead was welcomed by the Limerick Chamber. We’ve long since argued that we needed a stimulant for that and the International Rugby Experience is exactly that. "The International Rugby Experience will draw tens of thousands of visitors each year.

Source: Irish Examiner October 26, 2018 14:37 UTC