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True story behind Netflix's Toxic Town

The alarming story is based on a real incident, when people in the English town of Corby inhaled toxic dust that was later linked to birth defects in a cluster of children. The 2009 ruling against Corby represented the first time a civil court in England made the connection between birth defects and the negligent management of toxic waste in the air.

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What is the story behind Netflix's Toxic Town?

The show dramatises the real-life legal battle families waged over birth defects in a steel town.

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Toxic Town true story: What is the real-life scandal behind the Netflix drama?

Claudia Jessie stars as Maggie Mahon in Toxic Town, who is based on a real-life person. Her husband worked driving one of the lorries and, as shown in Toxic Town, she would have to beat all of the dust off of his clothes.

Netflix's 'Toxic Town' tells the story of poisoned children born with disabilities. Here's what happened to the real Susan McIntyre.

"Toxic Town" is about mothers and children affected by toxic waste in Corby, UK. Much of the show revolves around Susan McIntyre, played by "Doctor Who" actor Jodie Whitaker.

Toxic Town is this year's most infuriating watch – but that's precisely the point

At just four episodes long, Toxic Town demonstrates the power of good drama and its ability to transfix, bemuse and incense ...

Real-life Toxic Town mum chokes back tears as she recalls daughter's death at 4 days old

Netflix's new drama series Toxic Town tells the heartbreaking real-life story of the Corby poisonings, starring actresses Aimee Lou Wood and Jodie Whittaker ...

'Toxic Town' stars Jodie Whittaker and Aimee Lou Wood speak to the real mothers behind the case

In a heartbreaking video by Netflix, Toxic Town stars Jodie Whittaker and Aimee Lou Wood spoke to mothers Susan McIntyre, Tracey Taylor, and Maggie Mahon about their experiences, growing up in Corby, ...