Government could intervene over huge Knowsley dodgy waste dump

Knowsley Council issued an update on the level of ‘hazardous’ waste found at the Kirkby site on 27 October.

A spokesperson said: “The Environment Agency (EA) are the body responsible for assessing the environmental risks of this site.

“The results of their sampling have been shared with the council only in the past few days, and show that the waste comprises a mixed range of materials, including plastics, wood, paper, textiles, metals, glass and other inert materials.

“As would be expected for a large mixed waste deposit like this, some materials have been classified as hazardous under waste classification rules, primarily due to the presence of oils and certain metals.

“[EA] have informed us that the results of their sampling do not indicate any direct risk to nearby residents.

“Further testing, including water sampling, is due to take place and the site is being regularly monitored.”