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Asbestos clean-up

Language: English Series: ENDS Report ; (211) August 1992, 9(1)Publication details: 1992Subject(s): Summary: The state of UK pollution liability laws is highlighted by warnings by Leeds CC that it may force residents whose homes are contaminated with asbestos to pay for clean-up operations. A survey has shown that 90% of homes in the Armley area contain asbestos, most of it originating from emissions from a former asbestos factory whose owners deny responsibility for the contamination.

The state of UK pollution liability laws is highlighted by warnings by Leeds CC that it may force residents whose homes are contaminated with asbestos to pay for clean-up operations. A survey has shown that 90% of homes in the Armley area contain asbestos, most of it originating from emissions from a former asbestos factory whose owners deny responsibility for the contamination.