Defense And Security

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color:rgb(0, 0, 0);'>Any proposal that has the potential to interfere with the performance by the Defence Forces of their security and non-security related tasks must be subject to consultation with the Defence Organisation.
This includes potential interference with:
Safety of navigation and access to naval facilities;
Firing, test or exercise areas;
Communication, and surveillance systems;
and Fishery protection functions.
Additionally, Haulbowline Naval Base in Cork is of strategic importance and there may be a need for future expansion of the Naval Base.
Any future development proposals in Cork Harbour will also need to take cognisance of the requirements of the Naval Service.