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Campaigners 'disgusted' by Willerby waste site expansion plans
Overview
Campaigners and residents in East Yorkshire have expressed strong opposition to consultation plans to expand the Wastewise waste management site in Willerby, citing years of issues with bad smells. The operator, FCC Environment, states the expansion is necessary to meet future waste requirements, safeguard existing jobs, and include pollution control measures.
Key points
- Wastewise in Willerby, East Yorkshire, has launched a consultation on plans to expand its biowaste facility.
- Local campaign group 'Stop The Stink' has strongly objected to the proposals due to ongoing issues with bad smells from the site.
- Operator FCC Environment states the expansion will meet local waste requirements, support sustainability, and safeguard 13 jobs.
- The proposed expansion would allow the site to receive and sort recycling centre waste, kerbside collections, and residual household and commercial waste.
- Plans include pollution control measures, soft landscaping, ecological enhancements, and improvements to the composting area to minimise odours.
- Local politicians, including Councillor Zahra Saribal and MP Emma Hardy, have raised concerns and encouraged residents to participate in the consultation.