Council warns of fines for illegally dumped household waste

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 16:32 · Archive

Westmorland and Furness Council warns residents they could face fines if waste they pay to have removed is illegally dumped.

Westmorland and Furness Council has partnered with Keep Britain Tidy to support Fight Fly-Tipping Fortnight, a campaign raising awareness about unlicensed waste traders who pose as legitimate businesses but illegally dump rubbish. The scheme highlights the risks of using low-cost, unlicensed waste removal services promoted through social media and online adverts.

Adrian Waite, cabinet member for environmental services and transport at the council, said fly-tipping takes a real toll on communities. In Westmorland and Furness, the council deals with fridges, freezers, furniture, sofas, tyres and insulation dumped in towns, villages, rural lanes and beauty spots, leaving council teams to clear up the mess at taxpayer expense.

Residents could face fines if their waste ends up being fly-tipped, even if someone else dumped it. The council asks residents to make three simple checks before handing over rubbish: ask to see a waste carrier licence, check it on the Environment Agency register, and get a receipt.

How it is being reported

• Council warns dumping your old sofa, fridge or mattress could land you with a fineLocal residents have been urged to beware of rogue waste collectors as part of a national campaign.Westmorland Gazette · 13 Oct, 16:00
• Council warns dumping your old sofa, fridge or mattress could land you with a fineLocal residents have been urged to beware of rogue waste collectors as part of a national campaign.NW Evening Mail · 13 Oct, 16:00

In this story: Westmorland and Furness Council · Keep Britain Tidy · Environment Agency · Adrian Waite · Kendal

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