Executive summary PCCD/PCDF and heavy metals in soil and egg samples from Newcastle allotments
This executive summary document outlines the results of an independent investigation into levels of dioxins and heavy metals in samples of soil and eggs from allotments across Newcastle where ash from the Byker Incinerator/Heat Station had been used on footpaths. It includes a commentary from the Environment Agency and Food Standards Agency.
It is expected that the full technical report on the soil and egg samples will be available during February 2001. In the meantime, this executive summary will be shared with allotment gardeners who will be given the opportunity to hear about how these particular results relate to their allotments and to ask any questions they may have.
This executive summary does not seek to be the final answer to public concerns over the use of ash from the incinerator but it provides more information to help us ascertain whether or not there has been any risk to health.
