Campaigners fighting waste incinerator on Portland at the High Court today

They are making a legal challenge to the Government's decision to grant planning permission

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 12th Mar 2025

Campaigners fighting to stop a waste incinerator being built on Portland are off to the High Court in London today.

The Stop Portland Waste Incinerator Group are challenging the government's decision to grant planning permission for the facility, after Dorset Council refused to.

The Environment Agency have now granted a permit for the incinerator .

The company behind it, Powerfuel Portland, say that will ensure a high level of protection is provided for the environment and human health.

We'll bring you more on this story throughout the day.

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