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Micklefield Landfill Finally Shut Down | Leeds News
Landfill chaos in Micklefield, Leeds, has finally come to an end — but the cleanup isn’t over. Caird Peckfield Ltd, the company that ran the site, went bust in 2023, halting all waste intake and sealing the landfill. After a court petition on August 5th, the environmental permit was officially revoked. New owners now hold the reins — and the responsibility — to prevent pollution, though their permit application fell through due to missing paperwork. For years, locals suffered from unbearable odors; now, with fresh management and Environment Agency oversight, there’s cautious optimism. Funds…
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