Villagers in Powys are raising their voices over controversial plans by the county council to handle black bin waste at a local recycling facility. Concerns are brewing in Abermule near Newtown, where the community council, after consulting residents, has put forth a strong objection to the proposal.
The Abermule with Llandyssil Community Council hosted an open meeting to gather community feedback, resulting in unanimous calls to oppose the proposal. The council has expressed deep distrust of Powys County Council’s (PCC) plans, citing broken promises regarding waste management.
Originally, the facility was only meant for recycling, but an updated application seeks to allow black bin waste. Key objections include the proximity of the plant to business areas and homes, as well as inadequate odour and pest management plans.
The community highlights concerns about the processing of residual waste, collected every three weeks, potentially attracting pests even before arrival at the facility. PCC argues that updating the plant’s function could save £100,000 and decrease carbon emissions due to reduced transportation needs.
Debates around the issue date back to 2018 when the project’s approval was narrowly secured. Now, Abermule’s community stands firm, pressing for responsible and ethical waste management as PCC hopes to make economic and environmental gains.
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