Haulbowline clean-up costs ready for Cabinet

THE Cabinet is expected to be advised, by the end of next month, the estimated cost of making safe a toxic waste dump in Cork harbour.

It is expected the cost of the Haulbowline clean-up will be borne by different Government departments.

Minister Simon Coveney, who has taken personal responsibility for the former steel plant site, is preparing to finalise plans for the proposed works. He is also making plans for setting up a steering committee with responsibility for the project, including making public a timeline.