Little change in harbour toxic status

THERE has been little change in the status of toxic material on the contaminated Haulbowline site in Cork Harbour since the scandal was uncovered, new test results are expected to confirm today.

The tests, which were ordered after contractors involved in surface clearance works disturbed the former Irish Steel site, are expected to show results broadly in line with tests conducted before the clean-up started.

The results should ease local concerns in the short-term.