I urge people to go along and support - Fleetwood landfill campaigners plan protest against Transwaste appeal
“Please, if you can, go along and show your support!”
A peaceful protest against landfill site operator Transwaste’s plans to appeal a permit variation, is planned for September.
The variation, enforced by the Environment Agency, only permits the operator to accept inert waste, such as soil and bricks - waste that was not likely to cause odour issues.
But the company at the centre of the serious odour issue wants to appeal the decision.
For years, residents have complained of the rotten stench coming from the Jameson Road site in Fleetwood. Earlier this year hundreds marched demanding the closure of the waste dump which they say stinks of sulphur and rotten eggs.
Action Against Jameson Road Landfill Site say they don’t want Transwaste to win the appeal. It would mean they could start to accept non-inert waste again at the site at the centre of the odour issue.
It will take place on Friday September 11 at the gates of the landfill site on Jameson Road.
A spokesperson said: “We've chosen a Friday because the landfill is open, so it gives us the best chance to raise awareness.
“We know not everyone can make a weekday, so if there's enough interest we will organise another protest on a Saturday soon afterwards.
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“Our previous protests have made a real difference. They have helped raise awareness and get it out there in the press and given us the chance to speak to people about what's happening.
“The more people who stand who attend the stronger our message will be.”
Fleetwood MP Lorraine Beavers has given her backing.
She said: “Please, if you can, go along and show your support!
“I've been working alongside this amazing team for over two years now.
“We know how frustrating this is, we know that we shouldn't have to keep fighting but we are not giving up.”