 We treat this problem very seriously and will prosecute anyone caught fly tipping waste.
In an effort to reduce the number of fly tipping incidences, we provides a special refuse collection for large items. The fly tipping of controlled waste is a serious criminal offence which carries a fine of up to £50,000 (unlimited if indicted to the Crown Court) or an offender can even be sent to prison. It is important to realise that it is also an offence to permit fly tipping.
Fly tipping is often associated with dumping waste from vehicles. In this case the person controlling the use of the vehicle can also be prosecuted, which means that it is possible for a prosecution to occur when only the vehicle, not the driver, is identifiable. The Police also have the powers to seize vehicles used for fly tipping.
If you discover fly tipped waste after the tippers have left, please follow these simple Do's and Dont's:
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Do not touch the waste: fly tipped waste can be dangerous - it may contain syringes, broken glass, asbestos, toxic chemicals or other hazardous substances.
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Visually inspect the waste: try to determine what the waste consists of and how much there is.
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Take note of its exact location: and also, whether it is in or near water.
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Do not disturb the site: there may be evidence that could help identify the culprits and lead to their prosecution.
If You See Someone Fly tipping:
If possible, please make a note of:
What you saw:
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how many people were fly tipping and what they looked like
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what they were actually doing
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any vehicles involved - their make, colour and registration number
Where were you when you saw the fly tipping:
What was tipped:
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how much?
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what it looked like
Remember - Don't Put Yourself At Risk!
Then use these contact details or the form below to report the incident.
Standard: We will examine all fly-tipped rubbish for evidence, and when the evidence is good enough we will always take action in line with our enforcement policy.
Contact Details
South Derbyshire District Council
Environmental Services
Civic Offices
Civic Way
Swadlincote
Derbyshire
DE11 0AH
Telephone: 01283 595 795
Email: waste.cleansing@south-derbys.gov.uk
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