Illegally dump waste and risk a £1000 fine. Authorities can clamp cars. Report offenses on the gov.uk website.
Mary Creagh spoke about forcing cleanup. She noted current sanctions already exist, including fines and vehicle seizure. Court actions can lead to larger penalties, even jail time is possible. She said they won’t assess criminal sanctions further.
The maximum fly-tipping fine increased in 2024, rising from £400 to £1,000. Large fly-tipping can cause severe charges. You could pay £50,000 or spend a year in jail. Crown Court sentences have unlimited fines and potentially five years in prison. Report incidents on the gov.uk website.
Creagh urged councils to use their powers well. They are also considering more guidance. Improper waste disposal can cost you £600, though the exact fine amount changes by area. You might get a discount for quick payment.
In 2022/2023, officials issued about 69,000 fines, down from 91,000 last year. People reported 1.08 million incidents total. Household waste caused about 60% of them. Roads and pavements were the most common sites.
Around 42,000 incidents involved larger loads. This cost councils £13.2 million in cleanup. Baroness Warsi wants license points for offenders. She suggested a national rubbish strategy. Fast food bags could print license plates to help identify litterers.