The Merrell Dow pharmaceutical company has finally been given planning permission for a plant in Cork, but An Bord Pleanála's approval is subject to stringent anti-pollution measures.

Report shows Killeagh, Cork, where the plant is to be located and Cork County Hall, where inquiry into decision was held/

John Hanrahan (who won his case against Merck Sharpe and Dohme) chatting.

Architect's model of factory.

Interview with Tom Kennedy, Managing Director, and protester Colm Lopez who is still adamant that locals do not want the plant.

The reporter is Eileen Whelan.

To reuse or license RTÉ content please contact archivesales@rte.ie