Calls for government action on chemical pollution
Cherwell District Council leader urges forever chemical pollution action around former RAF base.
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"I'm calling on all national and local agencies to pull together urgently to understand exactly what the health concerns are and agree what immediate actions are required to ensure this matter is properly understood."
— Lesley McLean , Politician
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Cherwell District Council leader urges forever chemical pollution action around former RAF base.
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