The ‘slag heap’ was first spotted in a lay-by on Stretton Road in Appleton Thorn on Saturday morning. According to those who have passed it the rubbish, it smells of plastic. (Image: Supplied)It has not yet been removed, but according to a Warrington Borough Council spokesperson, efforts are ongoing to clear the mess. They said: “We are aware of a large waste deposit on Stretton Road. An officer has been to investigate the issue and efforts are ongoing to have it removed.”It isn’t the first time that the lay-by has been used for fly-tipping