Environment Agency stops waste operation at Wolverhampton site
Summary
The Environment Agency has revoked the environmental permit of a Wolverhampton waste operator following sustained non-compliance and enforcement action. The site had been authorised to handle hazardous waste, including asbestos, batteries and WEEE, but is now unable to accept waste.
Why it matters
Residential property surveyors may encounter nearby waste sites when assessing environmental risk, nuisance, or potential contamination concerns. The case highlights the importance of checking local waste operations and regulatory status where they could affect residential assets or client due diligence.
Key points
- Environmental permit revoked for DS Environmental Services in Wolverhampton
- Site had been handling hazardous waste, including asbestos and WEEE
- Environment Agency cited repeated non-compliance and unauthorised waste acceptance
- Action forms part of the Environment Agency’s 10-Point Plan for Waste Crime
- Public reporting routes for suspected illegal waste activity were reiterated
Organisations:
Environment Agency, DS Environmental Services, Crimestoppers
Regulations:
environmental permit, Environment Agency’s 10-Point Plan for Waste Crime
Locations:
Wolverhampton, Crown Street, West Midlands
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