A temporary closure is the only solution because the health and well being of people is paramount."

This is an unacceptable situation, and we refuse to tolerate it any longer

Whinney Hill landfill site has been in operation since the 1970s and provides an essential service, managing primarily household waste from across Lancashire, including Hyndburn

The seagull came out of nowhere and landed on Chloe’s head. It snatched the hot dog before she got any of it.”

Angry customers sometimes come back in and ask for another snack because a seagull has just pinched theirs, but what are we supposed to do?”

We're taking action to ensure the operator, Suez, addresses issues at Whinney Hill landfill site and recognise the distress that odour and gulls are causing to members of the community

It walks in through the door, takes a bag of crisps and calmly walks out again.”

We are a responsible operator and recognise the inconvenience the birds cause when they are here

Hyndburn Council has recently called on Lancashire County Council to temporarily close the landfill — a step we welcome