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Written question asked by James Cleverly (Conservative) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Tuesday, 8 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Fly-tipping: Wigan

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to remove the illegal waste site in Bickershaw.

Answer

Wigan Borough Council is leading work to clear the illegal waste site at Bolton House Road, Bickershaw. The Environment Agency is supporting this work by providing advice based on its experience of clearing other large illegal waste sites and engaging with affected communities.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
20041
Session
2026-27
Grouped for answer
Yes
Transferred
Yes
Subjects
Fly-tipping Wigan
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk