Reporting litter issues

Before reporting a litter issue, check first to see if it has already been reported to us via the link below.

Check the status of a reported litter issue

Any reports of people regularly dropping litter will be investigated and legal proceedings undertaken whenever possible.

  • Dropping litter is an offence which can result in a Fixed Penalty Notice of £75 or prosecution at a Magistrates' Court
  • Dropping litter from a vehicle can result in a fine of £150 or prosecution

Report litter

Needles or syringes plus other drug related items are a hazard to health. If discovered contact us as a matter of urgency on 01256 844844 to have them safely removed.

Any drug related items found on private premises during working hours should be reported to the relevant organisation directly.

We are a member of the Keep Britain Tidy organisation, supporting local communities to live in a safe and clean environment.

Borough wide littering posters - open all hours

Borough wide littering posters - gum

Borough wide littering posters - You can do it

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