The most famous smell in Fife, the Methil Ming, could soon be no more.
Plans by Scottish Water to construct two odour control stacks at its Levenmouth wastewater treatment works have been approved by Fife Council.
It comes after years of complaints from residents who say the putrid pong has had a devastating impact on their quality of life. It is hoped the two stacks could be up-and-running by next year, helping to dissipate smell from the plant.
The application was originally lodged in June, with a Scottish Water spokesman telling The Courier: “We believe that these measures will have a positive impact in the surrounding community on odours related to the drying process for the sludge.”
Residents have claimed for many years that the wastewater works are to blame.
In 2012, a campaign group wore masks and protective suits as part of a protest, while a 1,000-signature petition was also handed over to Scottish Water.
