How can Buxton residents help reduce river pollution?

Residents can help by upgrading their septic tanks through the council's free scheme, which aims to reduce phosphate levels in rivers like the Wye.

Why is River Wye pollution stalling development in Buxton?

High levels of phosphates in the River Wye, often from sewage, are preventing new housing developments from being approved due to environmental standards.

Who is eligible for free septic tank upgrades in Buxton?

Property owners in the Buxton project area with existing septic tanks or outdated treatment systems may be eligible if they register interest by February 28.

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Free Septic Upgrades Tackle Buxton River Pollution

19 Jan

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Summary

Council offers free septic tank upgrades in Buxton to reduce river pollution.
Phosphate levels in the River Wye stall housing development.
Property owners must register interest by February 28 to qualify.

Free Septic Upgrades Tackle Buxton River Pollution

High Peak Borough Council in Derbyshire is launching a government-funded project to provide free septic tank upgrades for properties within Buxton. This initiative aims to significantly reduce pollution in local rivers, particularly the River Wye, where elevated phosphate levels have been impeding essential housing development.

The council plans to supply around 75 state-of-the-art sewage treatment systems to eligible property owners. This effort directly addresses the source of pollution, which originates from human sewage and contributes to harmful phosphate levels. Property owners with existing septic tanks or outdated systems in the designated Buxton project area are encouraged to register their interest.