LGA responds to annual fly-tipping statistics
24 Feb 2021 01:56 PM
Cllr David Renard, environment spokesperson for the Local Government Association, responded to the annual fly-tipping statistics for England for 2019/20
“Fly-tipping is inexcusable. It is not only an eyesore for residents, but a serious public health risk, creating pollution and attracting rats and other vermin. It also costs local taxpayers almost £50 million a year to clear up.
“It is good to see a rise in the number of fines issued to the worst offenders in 2019/20. We continue to urge the Government to review sentencing guidelines for fly-tipping, so that offenders are given bigger fines for more serious offences to act as a deterrent.
“Manufacturers should also contribute to the costs to councils of clear up, by providing more take-back services so people can hand in old furniture and mattresses when they buy new ones.”
Fly-tipping statistics for England, 2019 to 2020