EPA: We must stop exporting hazardous waste

ABOUT 10% of Irish hazardous waste is not being disposed of properly, according to the Environmental Protection Agency, which also called on the Government to curb the widespread exporting of Irish hazardous waste.

While the remaining 90% is treated and disposed of through correct channels, the agency says we must stop exporting the problem and consider developing more hazardous waste landfills and improving incinerator capacity.

It is also calling for all-island solutions as such waste can now be easily carried over the Border.