Fine Gael is calling on An Bord Pleanála to reject a planning application over a proposed new incinerator in Cork Harbour.

The decision regarding waste management company Indaver's proposal for an incinerator has again been deferred over concerns for aircrafts in the vicinity.

Cork Senator, Tim Lombard, said aviation safety "should not be compromised".

He said: "Earlier in the week I spoke in the Seanad regarding the need for a conclusive decision about whether this predominantly unpopular incinerator is to go ahead or not.

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"The people of Ringaskiddy and the wider Cork community have had this decision hanging over their heads for over a decade while the decision has been deferred again and again.

"Information then became available that the Indaver decision was delayed due to concerns over aviation safety in and around the area of the proposed incinerator.

"An Bord Pleanála said it was looking for clarification because of an issue regarding the aviation capabilities of helicopters landing in the Haulbowline site if this incinerator was built.

"While I commend the consideration given this critical issue, I believe if there is any doubt at all over the safety of aircraft in the vicinity of the Cork Harbour incinerator the project should be refused outright."

(CD/LM)