Abstract
As a key mechanism for the local control of polluting activities which are harm- 16.01 ful to people, the control of statutory nuisances lies principally with local authorities. However, there is also a route whereby a private individual may prosecute such proceedings himself. This may be necessary where a local authority fails to act or where the action is against the local authority itself. Section 82 of the Environmental Protection Act I 990 (‘EPA J 990’) enables ·person aggrieved’ by a statutory nuisance to bring proceedings2 in the magistrates’ court against the person responsible.