How do I report fly tipping?
All minor incidents of fly tipping should be reported to your local District or Borough Council.
The Environment Agency investigate larger scale incidents of flytipping involving hazardous waste and incidents involving organised gangs of fly-tippers. You can report flytipping to the environment agency using the following number: 0800 807060.
When reporting flytipping you should take note of:
- the date, time and place where the tipping is taking place or has occurred;
- what the waste is and roughly how much of it there is;
- a description of any vehicles involved and the registration number.
A prosecution cannot be made without evidence.
Why is fly tipping a problem?
Fly tipping affects us all.
- As council tax payers, cleaning up fly tipping costs us all money
- It is dangerous and potentially harmful to you and your family's health
- It spoils our enjoyment of the environment
- It can cause serious pollution and the environment
- It attracts arson
- It can be dangerous for wildlife
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