Michael Sheen's 'constructive' meeting with first minister over toxic dumping claims

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What happened

Michael Sheen said his meeting with the first minister was "early days but that's really encouraging".

Key facts

  • Michael Sheen said his meeting with the first minister was "early days but that's really encouraging".
  • Reported by BBC Science and published Fri, 18 Sep 2026 12:01:08 UTC.

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