"Arnolds Field in Launders Lane, Rainham, has caught fire more than 100 times since 2019, with local residents reporting stinging eyes and nasty coughs as a result. The council designated the land as contaminated in October last year after a lengthy legal battle, led by campaign group Clean The Air in Havering. This week, the council's scrutiny committee proposed they adopt a more proactive approach to monitoring the site, including setting up "plans to monitor and to detect long term health impacts" of the fires."
"He added that the council was "really focused" on the health and wellbeing of residents. Reuters Clean The Air in Havering, a group founded by three mothers, posted a statement on social media this week which said: "Any action that has the potential to reduce the harm experienced by Rainham residents is encouraging." The campaign group added that clear communication with residents was essential as well as reassurance that health and safety decisions were rooted in "solid scientific and operational grounds"."
Arnolds Field in Launders Lane, Rainham, has burned more than 100 times since 2019 and has been designated contaminated. Local residents report stinging eyes and persistent coughing following the recurring fires. The council's scrutiny committee recommended a proactive monitoring approach, including plans to detect and track long-term health impacts. Councillor David Taylor urged implementing monitoring plans now to avoid delayed health consequences. Council leader Ray Morgon said permanent air-quality monitoring measures are in place and the council remains focused on resident wellbeing. Soil analysis found asbestos, plastics and other waste, and the site has a history of illegal uses.
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