South Ockendon - Waste site 139
The site
The Environment Agency identified a large amount of deposited waste in South Ockendon, Essex.
The problem
The activity at this site was not authorised under an environmental permit or planning permission.
The action we've taken
The Environment Agency obtained a restriction order at the site, which prohibits access to, and the importation of waste, on the site. Concrete blocks have been installed to restrict access to the site, and to prevent further importation of waste. The Illegal waste activity has now stopped.
The Environment Agency is carrying out an investigation to assess potential offences and environmental impact.