Local public figures remain cautious

POLITICIANS representing the area gave a cautious welcome to the main findings of the Haulbowline report but said serious questions still remained.

Fine Gael Cork South Central TD Simon Coveney said action had to be taken to remove the toxic waste on the former Irish Steel site, even if the consultants found it did not pose a risk to local residents.

“While the conclusion that there is no identifiable threat to residents in the area is welcome, it is clear that the site is still toxic and the marine ecosystem in the harbour continues to be adversely affected by toxic waste material,” Mr Coveney said.