The Middlewich Town Council Planning Committee voted against the Covanta proposal at its meeting on Tuesday 9th June. This sends a strong message to Cheshire East Council's Strategic Planning Group, which is ultimately responsible for approving or refusing the planning application. Middlewich resident Neil Wilson gave a powerful speech to the committee. Read what he said here
Covanta goes for Merseyside waste contract Covanta is on a shortlist of four companies competing to win the waste contract for Merseyside. The Merseyside Waste Disposal Authority (MWDA) will not disclose details of the bids but industry sources say Covanta is proposing to use Middlewich to burn the waste of 1.5 million Merseysiders. To find our more or complain, visit www.merseysidewda.gov.uk
Petitions flood in over 7,000 Middlewich residents have already signed a petition against the incinerator which cites health risks, environmental damage and the unsuitable location as reasons to object. Click here if you've not yet signed the petition | Covanta files incinerator plans US multi-national Covanta has just put in plans to build a giant 370,000 tonne incinerator. Those against the plans still have time to object Read more or visit our dedicated page for information on how to object
Resources for Middlewich campaigners Download copies of our poster, information flyer, template objection letter and petition form
Goostrey Parish Council has submitted a formal objection to Covanta's planning application. Click here to view the objection
Read about Covanta's poor safety record in the USA. Click here
Next meeting for CHAIN supporters: 7:30pm, Wednesday 22 July, Boars Head, Middlewich | 
