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EA's Millions to Clear Toxic Oxfordshire Dump Amid Criticism

12/12/2025

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The Environment Agency (EA) plans to spend millions to clear an illegal Oxfordshire dump due to fire risks.
Labour MP Josh Simons says Bickershaw residents endure 25,000 tonnes of toxic waste and accuses the EA of unequal treatment toward the north.
The Environment Secretary rejected calls for a comprehensive waste-crime review, despite estimates of 38 million tonnes dumped annually by organized crime groups.

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The Environment Agency (EA) plans to spend millions to clear an illegal Oxfordshire dump due to fire risks.
Labour MP Josh Simons says Bickershaw residents endure 25,000 tonnes of toxic waste and accuses the EA of unequal treatment toward the north.
The Environment Secretary rejected calls for a comprehensive waste-crime review, despite estimates of 38 million tonnes dumped annually by organized crime groups.