illegal waste dumping

Posted on 6 August 2026

Four Arrested Over 25,000-Tonne Illegal Waste Dump in Wigan

Four men have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into large-scale illegal waste dumping at the Bolton House Road site in Bickershaw, Wigan. The site, which has reportedly accumulated around 25,000 tonnes of illegally dumped waste, has caused serious problems for the surrounding community. It is situated close to homes, a playing field and a primary school, with local residents reporting foul smells, flies and rat infestations. A...

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