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BBC News
3 days ago
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Lincolnshire nuclear waste storage plan thrown out after vote
Lincolnshire will not be used to store nuclear waste after the county council voted to withdraw from the Waste Services (NWS), a government body, had earmarked an area near Louth, in East Lindsey, as a possible site for a Geological Disposal Facility (GDF).Speaking after the vote to end the talks, council leader Sean Matthews said communities had been subjected to years of "distress and uncertainty".NWS said it would take "immediate steps" to close down the consultation. NWS originally earmarked the former Theddlethorpe gas terminal site, near Mablethorpe, for a storage facility.A community partnership group was formed to open talks with local communities and government body later announced it had moved the proposed location to land between Gayton le Marsh and Great County Council today voted to follow East Lindsey District Council's decision to quit the partnership means that the project cannot progress in Lincolnshire because it does not have the required "community consent". 'Treated appallingly' Matthews, who represents Reform UK, said the authority's former Conservative administration should "hang its head in shame" for allowing the process to continue for four years."I would like to apologise to the communities who have been treated appallingly," he Conservative opposition leader Richard Davies said his party had "always listened to the community" and "led the charge to say no".Mike Crooks, from the Guardians of the East Coast pressure group, which was set up to oppose the project, said the wait for a decision had left people "unable to go on with their lives"."People haven't been able to sell their houses, to do whatever they want to do, to move on with their lives, so we are delighted they now can."In a statement, Simon Hughes, NWS siting and communities director, said it had granted £2m to support local community projects which had "left a lasting positive legacy". Analysis by Paul Murphy, BBC East Yorkshire and Lincolnshire Environment the sleepy coastal village of Theddlethorpe, the four year-long "conversation" about the disposal of radioactive material has been a source of anger, distress and least because it has taken four residents talk of their mental is largely a population of older people who retired to the coast for a bit of peace and quiet, not for a prolonged scrap with Britain's nuclear day one there was fierce and vocal opposition to the plans.I remember householders hanging plastic skeletons in their front gardens. Others just put up "for sale" strong opposition grew, despite the promise from NWS of millions of pounds of investment, skilled jobs and transformative road and rail are being asked about how and why it took the county and district councils so long to reject the proposals when public opposition was being so powerfully expressed.A similar nuclear disposal plan for East Yorkshire provoked similar furore and was kicked out by the local authority after just 28 days of public prospect of an underground nuclear disposal site in Lincolnshire appears to be dead and buried – unlike the UK's growing pile of toxic waste from nuclear power problem of finding a permanent and safe home for this deadly material is no longer Lincolnshire's issue, but it hasn't gone away. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
BBC News
29-05-2025
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Lincolnshire councillors move to end nuclear waste talks
Councillors have moved to end talks to bury nuclear waste close to the Lincolnshire Waste Services (NWS), a government body, had earmarked an area near Louth, in East Lindsey, as a possible site for a Geological Disposal Facility (GDF).At a meeting earlier, members of Lincolnshire County Council's overview and scrutiny management board recommended the authority's executive withdraws its involvement in the process.A final decision is due to be made at the next executive meeting on 3 June. Speaking at the meeting, Councillor Richard Davies, leader of the Conservative opposition proposed recommending the immediate withdrawal from the community partnership, following in the footsteps of East Lindsey District Council, which pulled out in said this would end ongoing uncertainty for residents."We've had five years and we still aren't informing people. We're still in this realm of probably, possibly, it may happen," he search had previously been focused on a former gas terminal in NWS later announced it had moved the proposed location of the facility to land between Gayton le Marsh and Great Conservative Councillor Lindsey Cawrey told the meeting: "Our communities have made their feelings clear and the proposal has changed significantly from what was previously suggested."David Fannin, chair of the community partnership, added: "If it had been possible to remove uncertainty, or to exercise a duty of care that mitigated the impact on the local community, I would have been more reassured about staying in the process."But, the council has spoken, local people have spoken up loudly and clearly, and we have to respect that." In a statement, Simon Hughes, siting and communities director at NWS, said: "The entire GDF siting process is based on community consent and there is an absolute requirement for any potential host community to have given its consent prior to any development being agreed."This conversation can carry on without commitment, but we will fully respect and understand any decision made by the council's executive on 3 June."The GDF would see nuclear waste being stored beneath up to 1,000m (3,300ft) of solid rock until its radioactivity had naturally areas had previously been shortlisted by NWS - Mid Copeland and South Copeland in Cumbria and Lincolnshire, according to the Local Democracy Reporting Service. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
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More money to clear sand from beach walkways
More money is to be spent clearing sand from walkways on Lincolnshire's beaches, a council said. An East Lindsey District council meeting heard its Neighbourhood Service team had been provided with "supplementary capital and revenue funding to purchase specialist sand clearance machinery and recruit two members of staff." Sand often blows off the beach on to walkways after periods of bad weather, in areas such as Sutton on Sea and Mablethorpe. Councillor Martin Foster, portfolio holder for operation services, said: "We are pleased to be in the process of finalising the necessary additional funding to support our teams with sand clearance on our promenades." He added: "We hope this further funding will ultimately allow us to increase our staffing numbers and invest in more specialist machinery. "These solutions need to be right – not overnight – and it is important we go through the correct processes to ensure these steps can help provide effective approaches for many years to come." Catherine Hallsworth owns The Fat Seagull, a cafe near Sandilands beach in Sutton on Sea. She said she wants to see a more permanent solution to the problem, instead of the sand repeatedly being cleared. "I think the people of Sutton on Sea and along this coast would much rather see the money invested in a solution and not year on year throwing money at something that will never be solved. "We are by the beach, we are going to get sand blowing up, and the way the beach has risen so much, it's become a problem. "It's a complete waste of money - solve the problem instead of keeping on kicking the can down the road." In January 2024, it was announced that the sand build up would no longer be cleared by the Environment Agency. The council said it would have to buy new equipment to do the job instead. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Sand build-up issue will be down to council Sand pumped onto beaches to guard against flooding East Lindsey District Council
BBC News
16-05-2025
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Blue Flag success for Skegness and other Lincolnshire beaches
Three of Lincolnshire's beaches have been recognised as among the best in Skegness and Sutton-on-Sea have retained their Blue Flag status. The international award is given by the environmental charity, Keep Britain Tidy, to the safest, cleanest and greenest sites. Councillor Martin Foster, of East Lindsey District Council, said: "These awards not only highlight the exceptional quality and cleanliness of our beaches, but also reinforce East Lindsey as a top destination for residents and visitors." "It is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our local teams, volunteers, and communities who take such pride in our coastline," added Foster, who holds the executive portfolio for operational services. The Blue Flag awards have been running for 38 years and are given to beaches with the highest classification of water quality, set by the EU Bathing Water have to meet strict criteria – including environmental, educational, safety and accessibility Ogden-Newton, the chief executive of Keep Britain Tidy, said: "It's wonderful to see the flags flying proudly over three beaches in East Lindsey, demonstrating their quality to residents and visitors alike." Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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New bin lorries to collect food with other waste
Plans to buy 41 new bin lorries have been approved by ruling council executives in two parts of Lincolnshire. The fleet is set to be ordered by East Lindsey District Council and Boston Borough Council and will be capable of collecting recycling, rubbish and food waste at the same time. All councils are required by law to have a weekly food waste collection in place by April 2026. The new vehicles will have "pods" that allow food waste to be collected alongside other types of rubbish. East Lindsey council said it planned to purchase 27 and Boston 14. Councillor Callum Butler, who leads on environmental services at Boston council, said: "By investing in modern, integrated vehicles and supporting residents through the transition, we're ensuring we can deliver a high-quality, cost-effective service that meets legal requirements and supports our environmental goals." East Lindsey council said the decision would enable "a streamlined collection service", with residents putting out food waste on the same day as their usual bin collections. Councillor Martin Foster, from East Lindsey council, said it was "a vital step". He added: "It's not just about meeting targets – it's about making a meaningful difference to how we manage waste and protect our environment for the future." The councils are expected to appoint a food waste engagement officer to help manage the rollout next year. Listen to highlights from Lincolnshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Food waste bins for England in recycling reform Lincolnshire County Council Boston Borough Council East Lindsey District Council
