18/7/08

 

Clive writes:-
I believe all cases have been identified. Problem known about last year on 4 plots in B'ham but not reported.
Supplier has been contacted about a possible compensation package.
Next thing is testing of soil and payment of bill for this.
Any news welcome.
Clive Birch

 

5/7/08

 

Clive writes:-
Have had response from DEfRA via NSALG. Product may have contamintion life up to 18 months.
Consumption of food grown on comtaminated manure not advised.
Suppliers being requested to remove an contaminated manure.
Plot holders and Allotment Associations taking action re compensation from supliers.
Local authority asked for their support
NSALG able to give advice.
Any update and news welcome
Thanks
Clive Birch
Chairman BDAC

26/6/2008

Clive writes:-

Source[s] have been identified and individual supplier[s] have been
approached. I am aware at least one is willing to compensate and remove any unused manure. We do not know yet the extent of residual contamination. Hopefully the DEFRA report via NSALG will help.
We have taken legal advice from NSALG and it is for those who made contract with supplier to pursue compensation - it is a question of not fit for purpose and consequential damages.