Edge Quarry

Hundreds of objectors from either side of the North Yorkshire-Wakefield district border fought against the plans.

Yorkshire Wildlife Trust pays tribute to nature reserve campaigners despite loss

The plans drew grave concern from people living around the Pontefract area, many of whom use Brockadale Nature Reserve

Anger and concern for nature reserve as quarry expansion granted

Went Edge Quarry, near Kirk Smeaton, will be allowed to expand following a decision by North Yorkshire County Council on Tuesday.

Council defends planning process following criticism over quarry consultation