The Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) stated that Metro Clark Waste Management Corp. (MCWMC) is continuing to operate the Kalangitan Sanitary Landfill in violation of a 60-day temporary restraining order (TRO) issued by the Court of Appeals. The BCDA claims the landfill is operating without a valid authority to operate (ATO) or business permit and has illegally set up a station on BCDA land. The agency has alerted authorities, including the Philippine National Police and Department of Environment and Natural Resources, to the situation. BCDA urged MCWMC to cease operations and respect the rule of law.
State-run Bases Conversion and Development Authority said Tuesday Metro Clark Waste Management Corp. continues to operate the Kalangitan Sanitary Landfill in Capas, Tarlac, in violation of the 60-day temporary restraining order issued by the Court of Appeals.
It also noted reports that MCWMC illegally set up a station along the road outside the landfill, encroaching on BCDA land. BCDA said it alerted the Philippine National Police , the Department of Environment and Natural Resources , as well as local sanitation inspectors and public health officials from Tarlac and Capas to prevent further harm to neighboring communities and authorities involved in the recovery efforts.
BCDA reiterated its call on local government units , businesses and other users to stop using the landfill, as it operates without an ATO or business permit.
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