Ballycotton sewage scheme gets go-ahead despite pollution fears for harbour 

Planning board said the new plant, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure would not seriously injure the amenity of the area

The proposed new wastewater treatment plant include the provision of a new pumping station on the site of existing toilets on the pier at Ballycotton. Picture: Larry Cummins.

Irish Water has secured planning permission for a controversial new sewage scheme for the east Cork village of Ballycotton, despite opposition from local fishermen who fear it could cause pollution in the harbour.

An Bord Pleanála has upheld the decision of Cork County Council to approve the plans for the proposed new wastewater treatment plant which include the provision of a new pumping station on the site of existing toilets on the pier at Ballycotton.