Ruth Kettle-Frisby emphasized that the town hall needs to confront the dire situation facing residents, particularly children, who shouldn't feel like their throats are on fire when playing outside.
Local residents, supported by Clean Air in Havering, argue that high respiratory and lung disease rates are linked to Arnolds Field fires, urging the council to recognize clean air as a fundamental human right.
Despite soil analysis indicating possible asbestos presence, the Havering council has not labeled Arnolds Field as contaminated, hindering necessary legal obligations for cleanup by the council and Environment Agency.
The council's prior abatement notice against the landowner was weakened by an appeal, prompting continued dissatisfaction among residents, who insist on urgent government intervention for their health and safety.
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