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A long-dumped van with a rotting load and rat infestation is set to be cleared.

Fed up passers-by and businesses near Rectory Lane in Radcliffe have reported the ‘horrid sight’ of the van, which has no engine and a driving compartment full of waste.

The unsightly mess was the subject of complaints this week to borough councillor Ken Simpson, who represents the area on Bury council.

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He said: “While visiting the location of the planned new bridge over to Pioneer Mill last week I met two local ladies from East Street who told me about this horrid sight.

“I reported it to the council. I asked for the removal of the dumped van with a dangerous load on Rectory Lane.

“Th

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