Nappy-recycling plant refused planning permission over odour concerns

Michael Holder
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Recycling specialist Knowaste plans to appeal Hillingdon Council's decision to refuse planning for AHP recycling plant

A planning application to build a facility for recycling nappies and other hygiene products in West London has been rejected by Hillingdon Council due to concerns over potential odour from the facility....

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