#1
#1 out of 1
crime1d ago
Officials were warned about Britain's biggest fly-tip nearly 100 times
- The Over Farm illegal waste tip near Gloucestershire operated for seven years despite almost 100 reports to the Environment Agency.
- The tip lies behind Over Farm Park, near a canal, with waste up to 20 feet deep and self-combustion creating toxic smoke.
- Locals say dumping continued unchecked, with the Environment Agency accused of inaction while officials say enforcement actions are ongoing.
- Officials say action is being taken, with the EA investigating the site and council and partners engaging to understand the impact.
- The tip is owned by a landowner linked to multiple local businesses, with planning actions already taken by Forest of Dean District Council.
- Highnam Parish Council has filed a formal complaint to the Environment Agency over the lack of action.
- Residents urge use of drones and stronger partnerships to combat waste criminals and protect communities.
- The Environment Agency previously said it was 'investigating' the site and working with partners.
- Over Farm Park and neighboring areas were affected by the smoky pollution from the dump.
- Campaigners want stronger evidence of enforcement and longer-term protection for local communities.
- The Daily Mail reports the tip's scale is larger than the previously infamous Kidlington site.
Vote 0