Report any incidents of pollution, including pollution to land, water or air, to the Environmental Health Department. We will work in partnership with the Environment…
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A Statutory Nuisance is something which has an unreasonable and persistant effect on a persons every day life, or poses a threat to their health or wellbeing. A Statutory Nuisance may include; Accumulation of refuse and other material Dogs...
More infoEnvironmental Permits
In accordance with the Pollution Prevention Control Act 1999, certain activites require an environmental permits. The Permit ensures that all operations are controlled and monitored closely in order to minimise the impact of activities on the...
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Former Landfills in Hyndburn – Former Landfills We have a number of Former Landfill Sites in the Borough. These sites have been identified and are individually risk assessed to determine their environmental impact. Open Landfill Sites are...
More infoNoise Nuisance
What is Noise Nuisance? Although noise is a part of everyday living, excessive noise can affect people’s quality of life, causing a lot of unnecessary stress and worry. Examples of noise nuisance include; Noisy neighbours (shouting...
More infoRadiation Monitoring (RADMIL)
Hyndburn Borough Council is a member of Radiation Monitoring in Lancashire (RADMIL). RADMIL was established by the District and County Councils in 1985 to provide independant monitoring of environmental radiation levels. Exposure in Lancashire to...
More infoAir Quality in Hyndburn
Local air quality can be harmful and problems of high air pollution are not confined to big cities. All district-level local authorities have a duty to periodically review and assess local air quality. The National Air Quality Strategy has set...
More infoContaminated Land
Under part IIA of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 , Local Authorities are required to develop a contaminated land Strategy. Our team investigates land within the Borough prior to redevelopment to determine whether there is a risk of that...
More infoSmoke Free
Since 1 July 2007, all enclosed workplaces and public places are now smoke free. A smoke free England will ensure a healthier environment, so everyone can socialise, relax, travel, shop and work free from secondhand smoke. This includes your...
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