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Brickworks Dust Blamed for Resident Woes
13 Jan
Summary
- Residents report dust and odours from Saxon Pit brickworks.
- A public health report found regulatory gaps and high metal levels.
- Air quality is not monitored at the site's boundary.
A recent public health report has raised questions about the impact of the Saxon Pit brickworks in Whittlesey, Cambridgeshire, on local residents. Neighbours have reported issues with dust and odours, with some complaining of needing to clean dust from their homes. The report highlighted concerns regarding incinerator bottom ash processing and found that regulatory systems are not always effectively integrated.
Further findings indicated that heavy metal levels in the nearby King's Dyke exceed safe drinking water standards. Despite numerous complaints lodged with regulators, only a small fraction were substantiated and attributed to Saxon Pit. Dust has been detected at the site's boundary, but its origin remains unclear.
In response, public health officials will initiate an air quality monitoring strategy to assess potential human health risks. Cambridgeshire County Council will also conduct an assessment to systematically gather information on health and wellbeing impacts. The report emphasized that the regulation of the site's operations is complex and lacks public confidence.
