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Fly-Tipping Fines Soar to £5,000 in New Crackdown
3 Oct
Summary
- Maximum fly-tipping fines increased by 400% to £5,000.
- Littering fines also rise to £750 from £500.
- New digital tracking service launched for waste.
The government has launched a significant crackdown on waste crime, dramatically increasing penalties for fly-tipping. The maximum on-the-spot fine for illegally dumping waste has been raised from £1,000 to £5,000, a substantial 400% increase.
These tougher penalties are intended as a stronger deterrent against illegal waste disposal. The government has also increased the maximum fine for street littering from £500 to £750. Alongside these increased fines, a new digital waste tracking service has been introduced.
Furthermore, stricter court powers could lead to fly-tippers losing their licenses. The government urges the public to report any suspected illegal waste activity, emphasizing that these increased fines reflect the severe damage waste crime inflicts on communities and the environment.
