Calls being made to address future of Whitegate Oil Refinery
Cork Chamber of Commerce are calling on the government to address concerns surrounding the future of Whitegate Oil Refinery. 300 people are currently employed at the refinery which is a major part of East Cork's energy hub. The calls come as a legal agreement to continue operations at the refinery between the owners - US Company Phillips 66 - and the government is due to expire next year. Speaking to RedFM News Chief Executive of Cork Chamber Conor Healy says the Minister needs to state the Government's position on the situation. Click the PLAY button to hear.
More from Cork
-
Lord Mayor Of City Felt Privileged To Represent Cork During Such A Difficult Time As He Faces Into Last Month In Office
Councillor Joe Kavanagh will be handing over the mayoral chains outside of City Hall for the first time ever on June 18th due to the pandemic
-
Expert calls for people to reduce meat intake
Eating too much meat can increase the risk of serious illnesses by as much as 30%.
-
International Care Day Is Being Celebrated At The Bessborough Centre In Blackrock Today
The event highlights the positive impact of the experience of young people in care
-
UPDATE: Teenage Girl Killed And Three Teenage Boys Injured In Knocknaheeny Crash
It's understood the teenage driver of the car fled the scene on foot
-
Angry Farmers To Stage Protest Outside Aldi in Mitchelstown Later
They're appealing to retailers to come to the talks table
-
UPDATE: Toddler Who Was Injured At Her Home On The Boreenmanna Road Has Died
The two year-old was rushed to hospital with traumatic head injuries