Big smelly problem

The report also identified long term landfill issues in Cardiff. The Lamby Way site has approximately 3-4 years capacity left if waste continues to be generated at current levels. Commercial waste generates significant income for the Council, but as this increases, the lifespan of the site is reduced.

Alternative facilities are likely to take a minimum of 5 years to establish resulting in a considerable time gap between the closure of Lamby Way and the opening of a new facility.

Scrutiny urges action on landfill site, Cardiff council press release.