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In November 2023 we explained that we had developed a data adjustment method that could allow us to adjust historic hydrogen sulphide (H2S) data, and that an independent peer review group, led by Defra’s Chief Scientific Adviser was assessing this method.
In February 2024 we informed you that we expected the group’s findings to be published shortly. We understand that the report has been undergoing quality assurance. Unfortunately, no firm date has been given for its publication.
We recognise that members of the community may be feeling frustrated by the delay. Once the report is formally approved and published, we expect to outline next steps, including the possibility of adjusting historic data, and anticipate offering another virtual public meeting.
22.03.24
MMF 4
Last week (13 March 2024) we confirmed that (Mobile Monitoring Facility) MMF 4 had been placed at Silverdale Pumping Station and some electrical work was required. This work has been completed, and MMF 4 is now operational. We will begin publishing data for MMF 4 with effect from 25 March 2025.
Latest Air Quality Monitoring Data
There has been an improvement in the raw monitoring data for the week commencing 11 March 2024. This follows completion of the steps specified in the Suspension Notice we issued on 01 March 2024. Exceedance of the World Health Organisation (WHO) odour annoyance guideline level decreased to 17 % (from 34% the previous week) at MMF 1, and 6 % at MMF 9 (from 13.0% the previous week). The levels of hydrogen sulphide detected also fell.
10/04/24
In November 2023 we explained that we had developed a data adjustment method that could allow us to adjust historic hydrogen sulphide (H2S) data, and that an independent peer review group, led by Defra’s Chief Scientific Adviser was assessing this method.
In February 2024 we informed you that we expected the group’s findings to be published shortly. We understand that the report has been undergoing quality assurance. Unfortunately, no firm date has been given for its publication.
We recognise that members of the community may be feeling frustrated by the delay. Once the report is formally approved and published, we expect to outline next steps, including the possibility of adjusting historic data, and anticipate offering another virtual public meeting.
22.03.24
MMF 4
Last week (13 March 2024) we confirmed that (Mobile Monitoring Facility) MMF 4 had been placed at Silverdale Pumping Station and some electrical work was required. This work has been completed, and MMF 4 is now operational. We will begin publishing data for MMF 4 with effect from 25 March 2025.
Latest Air Quality Monitoring Data
There has been an improvement in the raw monitoring data for the week commencing 11 March 2024. This follows completion of the steps specified in the Suspension Notice we issued on 01 March 2024. Exceedance of the World Health Organisation (WHO) odour annoyance guideline level decreased to 17 % (from 34% the previous week) at MMF 1, and 6 % at MMF 9 (from 13.0% the previous week). The levels of hydrogen sulphide detected also fell.
