How have we done?
Our aim is to ensure that the site is operating as efficiently as possible and to be good neighbours to local residents. In this section we report how many complaints we have received each month, whether directly reported to the site or reported via our telephone helpline (0800 048 2704). Whenever we receive a complaint we investigate the problem and take any necessary and appropriate remedial action. We received two complaints in September regarding odour. When we investigated we discovered that on one occasion the direction of the wind would have made it impossible for the odour to be coming from Wapseys Wood.
Site Update
Veolia take maintenance of the site very seriously and we work hard to ensure that the landfill sites we operate work efficiently with the minimum of effect on the local environment and our neighbours. Each month we update you on the activities we have carried out on site. Here are details of some of the work that has been carried out on site:
- The landfilling operation continues in Cell 4 and it should be completed in the next few months
- Construction works in Cell 5A have now been completed
- Cell construction validation reports will now be sent to the Environment Agency
- When approval has been received we will start landfilling in cell 5A At the bottom of this page you will find a link where you can download a plan of the landfill site showing the areas referred to in this section.
Other News
Liaison group meeting
The Wapseys Wood Liaison Group met in September. To read the minutes of the meeting please follow the link at the bottom of the page
Planning application progress
Last month we reported that we had submitted a planning application to Buckinghamshire County Council to extend the life of the site. The application is scheduled to be heard by the Development Control Committee on the 2nd November 2010. Click on the links below to see a copy of the supporting statement for our application. You can also find a copy of the planning application on the Buckinghamshire County Council web site. Click here to open up the search page. The planning application reference number is 10/01302/CC. If you have any queries that you would like us to clarify about our plans please email us on Southbucksenquiries@veolia.co.uk .
How a landfill site works
Do you know what happens at Wapseys Wood landfill site? Have you ever wondered what happens to waste on a landfill site? If so, take a look at our 3d Diagram. It might help to answer some of your questions. It explains how a landfill site is engineered and how the site works on a daily basis.
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We want to ensure you are kept up to date with all the latest news and information from Wapseys Wood and Springfield Farm landfill sites. If you would like to know when we add something new to this site please submit your email address below and we will send you an email to let you know.
Veolia Environmental Trust
The Veolia Environmental Trust was established in 1997 under the Landfill Communities Fund. The Trust uses landfill tax credits to support a wide range of community and environmental projects throughout the UK. This could include projects which aim to install or enhance play areas and skate parks, restore footpaths and green spaces, protect natural habitats, improve community halls and restore churches. Projects that are supported by the Trust must be within five miles of a site operated by Veolia Environmental Services (UK) plc. They must also fall within one of five funding categories and meet certain additional criteria. If you have a project that you think might be eligible for funding by the Trust please visit www.veoliatrust.org.uk, call 01902 794 677 or email info@veoliatrust.org to find out more about the categories and the additional criteria required.