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 barking excessively Dust Fumes Industrial Noise Intruder alarms Loud music (domestic or commercial) Odours Shouting The […]
Read more of Statutory NuisanceIn 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 environment and local residents. To apply for an Environmental Permit, download the latest application form from the DEFRA Website. […]
Read more of Environmental PermitsFormer 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 regulated by the Environment Agency to ensure that their impact on the enviroment is minimised. Details of Landfill Sites […]
Read more of Former Landfills in HyndburnHyndburn 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 all forms of radiation is lower than the national average, mainly due to lower levels of naturally-occuring radon. Officers from […]
Read more of Radiation Monitoring (RADMIL)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 targets for eight air pollutants to protect human health. Hyndburn Borough Council have identified Nitrogen […]
Read more of Air Quality in HyndburnBy law, all animals must be slaughtered under controlled conditions. If you are aware of illegal slaughtering of animals in the Hyndburn area, you can report this to a member of the Food Safety Team. Ring us, in confidence, on 01254 388 111 or e-mail enquiries@hyndburnbc.gov.uk.
Read more of Illegal SlaughteringNotice is hereby given that on the 2nd December 2015 Hyndburn Borough Council made The Borough of Hyndburn Public Space Protection Order 2015 (PSPO) under Part 4 Chapter 2 of the Anti-Social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014. The effect of the Order is to introduce a PSPO for the following: 1. Exclusion of dogs […]
Read more of Notice of Public Space Protection Orders December 2015Under 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 land being contaminated. This is done through a risk assessment which addresses; Previous land use Works […]
Read more of Contaminated LandSince 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 business. In order to comply with the legislation Employers, managers and those in charge of smokefree […]
Read more of Smoke FreeHealth and safety at work is enforced jointly by the Council through Environmental Health Services and by the Health and Safety Executive. Environmental Health Services are responsible for the lower risk businesses such as offices, shops, leisure facilities, warehouses and catering premises. The Health and Safety Executive enforce health and safety in high-risk and manufacturing […]
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