By Iveren McCallion
Warrenpoint Harbour Authority has moved to reassure locals after a hazardous waste application was made.
Re-Gen Waste applied to build a facility to transfer and manage dangerous material at the port.
Calls have been made for a public consultation to which the company has agreed.
The Port Authority issued a statement saying it's urged the firm to ensure "complete transparency and engagement with the community".
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