Ynysddu residents and councillors have described a “toxic smell” coming from the council-owned Ty Llwyd quarry.
Tag: Natural Resources Wales
NRW remains tight-lipped over Nant yr Aber pollution investigation
Nearly seven months have now passed since the first pollution incident was reported to Natural Resources Wales.
Councillors want public inquiry over Ty Llwyd quarry pollution concerns
Independent councillors have called for a public inquiry over pollution concerns at a quarry in Ynysddu.
Demolition of Risca’s Ty Darran begins to make way for new ‘older living’ flats
Demolition work on the derelict former care home of Ty Darran in Risca has begun, to make way for a new “flagship” housing development for the over-55s.
NRW investigating water-run off from controversial housing development
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is investigating water run-off from the De Clare Gardens development in Hendredenny.
Possible contamination of woodlands near quarry being investigated
Some have described a “toxic smell” coming from the area and concerns have been raised by councillors about pollution at the quarry.
Investigation into Nant yr Aber pollution drags on and NRW still won’t reveal details
An investigation into three incidents of pollution in the Nant yr Aber river still ongoing – almost four months on after members of the public first raised it with authorities.
Former picnic site in Abercarn given new lease of life
Restoration work carried out at an Abercarn picnic site, north of Cwmcarn, is reaping positive results, thanks to efforts from Natural Resources Wales (NRW) officers and work with the local community.
Pollution found in river for third time in two months
An NRW investigation into two other pollution incidents in the Nant yr Aber river within the last two months is currently ongoing.
Controversial waste plant granted environmental permit change
The plant, on Nine Mile Point Industrial Estate, in Cwmfelinfach, has faced fierce opposition after Caerphilly County Borough Council approved it in 2015.