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Controversial Landfill Faces Liquid Discharge Probe Near River
11 Sep
Summary
- Environment Agency investigating liquid discharge near River Wyre
- Landfill site plagued by complaints about rotten egg stench
- Operator claims odor problem "barely perceptible" now

As of September 11, 2025, the Environment Agency (EA) is investigating a "small liquid discharge" from a controversial landfill site located close to the River Wyre in Lancashire. The landfill, situated on Jameson Road in Fleetwood, has been plagued by a flurry of complaints from local residents regarding a persistent stench of rotten eggs.
Some residents have even claimed that the odor has adversely affected their health as a result of living in close proximity to the site. However, the operator of the landfill, Transwaste, has stated that recent independent monitoring reports have indicated that the problem is now "barely perceptible."
Despite Transwaste's assurances, the EA remains concerned about the potential impact of the liquid discharge on the nearby River Wyre and is conducting a thorough investigation into the matter. The outcome of this investigation will be closely watched by both the local community and environmental authorities as they seek to address the ongoing issues surrounding the controversial landfill site.