Waste Composting

How Hugh James can help

Composting is part of the UK’s waste strategy for reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill but it is important that composting sites are located correctly and well run.

Hugh James continue to work with local groups to fight for better regulation and for compensation where people’s lives and health have been affected.

Waste composting frequently asked questions

Read more about waste composing and its risks by reading our frequently asked questions or select a question below.  

1. How does waste composting work?
2. Why do some composting sites cause odour?
3. Who is responsible for regulating compost sites?
4. What are bioaerosols?
5. Is there any health risks associated with bioaerosols?
6. If I work with compost should I be worried about bioaerosols?
7. I live near a composting site. Will I be exposed to bioaerosols and will they affect my health?
8. What guidance is there from the Environment Agency?

Hugh James environmental experiences

We are one of the UK’s leading specialists in the field of environmental law and one of only a handful of firms in the country with the knowledge and expertise to successfully conduct environmental claims. We represent large communities right through to the individual with clients located throughout England and Wales.

All environmental claimant cases are dealt with by a dedicated team within the environment group headed by partner Neil Stockdale. Our environmental personnel keep up to date with legal developments that affect the work and together we have built up many years of experience in the field. We pride ourselves on the fact that we provide the same efficient friendly service to all clients large or small.

Further information on nuisance complaints

If you or someone you know has been effected by a waste composting site then please contact our specialist Neil Stockdale on 029 2022 4871 or email neil.stockdale@hughjames.com