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MP and council clash over large illegal waste dump in Hinckley
Overview
An MP and Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council have clashed over an illegal dump of approximately 2,500 tonnes of domestic and commercial waste on council-owned land near Hinckley. The council has earmarked £1.3m to secure the site and clear the waste, blaming organised criminals for the breach. However, local MP Dr Luke Evans questioned whether the authority did enough to protect the land. The Environment Agency is leading a criminal investigation into the incident.
Key points
- Around 2,500 tonnes of waste was illegally tipped on borough council-owned land next to the A47 near Hinckley in August.
- Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council has set aside £1.3m for security and clear-up costs.
- Conservative MP Dr Luke Evans questioned council leader Stuart Bray over whether officials adequately secured the site.
- Council leader Stuart Bray accused the MP of playing politics ahead of local elections.
- The Environment Agency is leading a criminal investigation to find and prosecute those responsible.