Environment Agency investigating as Calverley residents complain of 'distressing' smell

The Environment Agency is investigating the cause of a smell that has wafted into Calverley.

By Abbey Maclure

Published 23rd Jun 2022, 17:31 BST

Updated 23rd Jun 2022, 17:33 BST

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Residents in the Leeds village, and nearby Apperley Bridge, have taken to social media to complain about the unpleasant smell in recent days.

A spokesperson for the Environment Agency said: "The Environment Agency has received several reports from the public about a smell in the Calverley & Apperley Bridge areas.

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Residents in Calverley have complained about the smell (Photo: Google)

"We understand this is distressing for local people and are looking into the cause of the smell.

“We urge anyone experiencing this problem to contact the Environment Agency 24-hour hotline on 0800 80 70 60.”

Environment Agency Residents Leeds Apperley Bridge