Anti-incinerator group seeks clarification on ‘pre-consultations’ with planning body

AN anti-incinerator lobby group has sought clarification from An Bord Pleanála on whether the company seeking to build an incinerator in Cork has met with the planning board in advance of its decision on the project, due soon.

An oral hearing was held in the city earlier this summer after Indaver applied to build a €140 million hazardous and municipal waste incinerator at Ringaskiddy, under the Strategic Infrastructure Act.

Indaver first sought planning for an incinerator in Cork eight years ago, but Cork Harbour Alliance for a Safe Environment (CHASE) has fought the project through the planning and legal system.