CONTAMINATION at the former US airbase at Burtonwood is to be discussed at a public meeting on Monday night, February 9.

The meeting will address the findings of recent investigations into radiological contamination at the Header House site.

Representatives from the Ministry of Defence, the Defence Radiological Protection Service and the MoD's independent consultants will also outline details of suggested disposal plans.

The meeting starts at 7pm, and anyone wishing to attend should enter the base through the main gate on Burtonwood Road.

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