# ‘Smells and dust’ concern over asbestos waste site

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/smells-and-dust-concern-over-asbestos-waste-site/
- Published: 2026-10-26T06:10:14+00:00
- Updated: 2026-10-26T07:13:07+00:00
- Original publisher: feeds.bbci.co.uk (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5gm02rjjm3mo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Topics: Sheffield

## Key points

- Finningley residents report dust and odours from a landfill.
- The local motocross track has closed amid health complaints.
- The Environment Agency is investigating possible permit breaches.

## Summary

Residents and businesses near a landfill in Finningley, near Doncaster, say dust and strong odours from the site are making people feel unwell. Doncaster Motoparc has closed its motocross track after riders and staff reported symptoms including headaches, nausea and dizziness, raising concerns about the effects of the waste facility on the local community.

The former quarry is operated by Tetron Finningley Ltd under an Environment Agency permit, amended in 2022 to allow it to accept hazardous asbestos. A local farmer reports dust when the wind blows from the east, while villagers say smells reach nearby homes; the site is also close to Doncaster Sheffield Airport, which is preparing to reopen. The Environment Agency has visited the track and is investigating complaints, saying it will take regulatory action if it finds permit breaches. Tetron did not respond to a request for comment.

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