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Dead calf and household waste dumped on roadside

Published: 14 August, 2009

Slieve Gullion Sinn Féin councillor Anthony Flynn has condemned the dumping of a dead calf and a considerable amount of household waste at the Carewamean road, Carrickbroad, Jonesborough.

Cllr Flynn said,

"I was contacted by residents who were extremely concerned at this recent case of dumping. I would totally condemn this type of activity as it causes considerable health concerns as well as obvious negative effects on the countryside.

"I have contacted environmental health services who have agreed to cleanup the road.

"I would call on people not to be involved in this type of activity for the sake of the local community.

Cllr Flynn also called on anyone with any information regarding to the incident to contact the relevant authorities