Batt O'Keeffe (Cork South Central, Fianna Fail)

I stress in particular that both the health and the environmental impact concerns have been addressed. In the case of incineration, for example, EU standards which are the benchmark are devised with absolute regard for the best available scientific standards. I will refer to two important statements by Deputy Quinn, who questioned the Poolbeg incinerator. The test of value is whether the project meets the independently set public sector benchmark. In this case it does and this has been verified by the EIA.

Deputy Gilmore spoke about regulation of the private sector. In fairness to the Minister, Deputy Roche, he has clearly indicated that he will bring forward proposals.

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