Go-ahead for biogas facility challenged in High Court

An Bord Pleanála’s decision to give the go-ahead for the construction of an electricity generating biogas facility in Co Meath is to be challenged in the High Court.

Go-ahead for biogas facility challenged in High Court

Niall Halpin, 27, of Johnstown, Navan, Co Meath, opposes the development which will convert farm slurry and other biodegradable waste into renewable energy and fertiliser.

Mr Halpin, who has health issues, has permission to build a private dwelling house close to the proposed plant. He claims the board’s decision is flawed and that correct factual matters had not been considered.

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