Harborough among councils taking part in campaign to tackle fly-tipping
Harborough District Council is among the authorities across Leicestershire that are taking part in a campaign to tackle illegal fly-tipping.
The No Rubbish Excuses campaign aims to raise awareness of how illegal waste dumping, including by rogue waste carriers, can impact communities.
Messages through the campaign include ensuring waste carriers are licensed before members of the public hand over rubbish for disposal.
No Rubbish Excuses, which is running from June 15 to 26, also aims to highlight simple and legal alternatives to dispose of rubbish, including bulky waste collections, garden waste schemes, big bin schemes, and reuse options such as charities and online platforms.
Harborough is among eight authorities across the county taking part in the campaign, alongside councils in Blaby, Charnwood, Hinckley & Bosworth, Leicester, Melton, North West Leicestershire and Oadby & Wigston.
In a statement, the participating councils said: “All fly-tipping incidents are treated seriously and are fully investigated by the council’s enforcement teams.
“Where sufficient evidence is found, offenders can expect to face fines.”
Executive member at Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council for streetscene services Cllr Lynda Hodgkins addedd: “Residents have a responsibility to make sure their waste is disposed of properly and legally, and they need to make the right choice when it comes to getting rid of it.
“There are plenty of options available, from checking waste carriers licensed to using council collection services and reuse schemes.
“Fly-tipping is never the answer - it damages our environment and our communities.
“By making responsible choices, we can all help keep our neighbourhoods clean, safe and welcoming.”