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The Nantygwyddon Landfill Site was opened in 1988 situated on the
By 1996 residents living in the communities surrounding the site were expressing grave concerns about the way in which the landfill site was being run complaining of unpleasant odours, noise, litter and fly infestation. Residents were also worried that toxic fumes from the site were affecting their health.
The landfill site caused a persistent nuisance to people living in the vicinity. This lead to fears about the public health consequences of the foul odours from the landfill gas know to have a high hydrogen sulphide content and other trace elements known to be toxic. An apparent cluster of congenital abnormalities, respiratory problems and skin conditions exacerbated fears.
Hugh James became involved in 1997 and helped the residents launch a group action against the operators of the landfill site, seeking compensation and an injunction to close the site.
Proceedings were issued and a Group Litigation Order was granted to help co-ordinate over 200 individual claims. We assembled a specialist team of lawyers, scientists and environmental health experts to help fight the case.
Hugh James was successful in securing support funding from the Legal Services Commission (formerly the Legal Aid Board) and also handled cases on a ‘no win no fee basis’.
The litigation ran alongside a formal investigation by the National Assembly for
Hugh James continues to fight for many communities around the country who are blighted by landfill sites.
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