MINISTER of state Sean Sherlock TD has welcomed approval for and upgrade and expansion of the wastewater treatment plant in Carrigtwohill at an estimated cost of €14 million.

"This important contract represents continuing capital investment under the water services investment programme to approve the infrastructure in the Cork region. The upgrade will provide modern sewerage infrastructure for Carrigtwohill which will cater for current residential and commercial needs as well as setting a platform for development needs for the foreseeable future," said Minister Sherlock.

Cork County Council has been directed to proceed with the preparation of contract documents for the upgrade of the Carrigtwohill Wastewater plant with a view to seeking tenders for the contract at the earliest possible date.