Press Archive
IoA agreement worsens noise, says Stigwood
Consultant Mike Stigwood has reviewed the use of the "IoA agreement" which was intended to improve the use of Etsu for wind turbine assessments. read the article
WHO limits tested in High Court
Last month a hotly-fought fight between householders and a motor sports venue came to a head at the High Court. read the article
Experts tackle motorsport noise
Several working groups are seeking to develop new guidelines for assessing motorsports noise amid calls for more research to identify what aspects of the sounds cause annoyance. Lisa Russell reports
For spectators, the noise of a motorsport event can add to the excitement. But for some of those living near a venue it... more
EPUK Noise conference articles featuring Mike Stigwood
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Den Brook in court
A four day public inquiry into a disputed wind farm in Devon has been held...
Etsu "sticking plaster" slammed
An agreement to improve Etsu is simply a sticking plaster, claims a consultant...
Amplitude modulation is real
Further claims have been made that the phenomena of amplitude modulation is being underestimated...
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Mike Stigwood is featured in the EHN
A passion to help
Private consultant Mike Stigwood learnt his skills at local authorities before deciding to go it alone. Now the satisfaction comes from knowing he's solved someone's problem. Tom Wall reports
Mike Stigwood is passionate about environmental health. His 31 years experience in the public and private sector has done nothing to dim his enthusiasm for issues such as noise nuisance, food safety and public health.
'It is an all-consuming passion. At the moment I'm passionate about wind farms because the government has got the guidance wrong. We've got clients who can't sleep in their house at night. It's appalling. I'm passionate we are going to resolve the problem... more
Noise Bulletin Articles
How & When to use the WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) noise guidelines are highly influential but their application often leads to disagreements...more
Noise Feature - Stansted battlelines drawn
The public inquiry about Stansted Airport's future development means that challenges are once again being raised...more
About the Alton Towers Case
Noise Management - Alton screamer is too loud
Local residents have won a long running battle against Alton Towers theme park over noise...more
EHN - Council noise officer 'misled' a judge
A council officer who misled a court while under oath has been cautioned by a judge...more
Cambridge Evening News
Crop fears after pest is found during meal
A DESTRUCTIVE beetle was found by a couple dining outside at a rural restaurant... no longer online...
Telegraph | News
Alton Towers screams have shattered our quiet life, say couple
A couple have launched legal action against the owners of Alton Towers... no longer online
Environmental Health News
Noise case over royal prerogative
A test case is set to change the powers that local authorities have to deal with noise nuisance from aircraft and military premises such as firing ranges... No longer online
Sunday dancing "illegal"
Entertainment licences allowing discos and clubs to open for dancing on Sundays may be subject to legal challenge... No longer online
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