Quarrying operations at a Gelligaer farm can continue for an extended period despite locals’ complaints about the site’s “relentless” impact on their lives.
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NRW investigating confirmed slurry spill near Nelson
Environmental regulator Natural Resources Wales has launched an investigation after pollution was reported in a tributary of Nant Caeach near Nelson.
Moo-vellous: Dairy farm recognised for top-quality Holstein herd
A family-run dairy farm in Gelligaer has been recognised for the quality of its herd after it was awarded ‘pedigree’ status.
Senedd rejects call for quarry overhaul
The Senedd rejected calls to overhaul planning processes for quarries despite concerns about public health, the environment and people feeling powerless.
New football pitch proposed as part of quarry extension project
Bryn Aggregates Ltd is applying for planning permission to increase the size of the existing quarry at Gelliargwellt Uchaf Farm.
Controversial plans to increase storage at recycling site approved by council
More than 100 objections had been lodged against the proposals for Gelliargwellt Uchaf Farm, in Gelligaer.
“Catch-22” as planning committee approves controversial quarry time extension
The proposals, which have been approved by the planning committee, mean the quarry can continue its operations for another two years.
Planning committee rejects controversial quarry time extension bid
Residents of Gelligaer have raised concerns over noise, dust pollution and lorry movements at the site for a number of years.
No injuries as farm blaze tackled by fire crews
A blaze at the Bryn Group’s Gelliargwellt Uchaf Farm, near Gelligaer, was extinguished by fire crews over the weekend.
Committee linking residents and firm behind controversial quarry re-established
The quarry has caused tension in Gelligaer, Nelson and Penybryn due to concerns about dust, noise pollution, and lorry movements.