Wiltshire Council is issuing fixed penalty notices of £400 to fly-tipping culprits and eyewitnesses who report the crime may have a few hundred pounds extra in their pockets as a result.
Fly-tipping is the illegal disposal of waste and the council has vowed to combat the environmental crime and to catch those responsible. Those who tip off the council could receive a gift voucher of up to £200 following the payment of a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN) or successful prosecution.
Across the county, most fly-tipping is of a commercial nature but it also includes leaving items next to bins or recycling banks or outside closed recycling centres and charity shops.
Councillor Caroline Thomas, Cabinet Member for Highways and Street Scene, said: “Whether it’s a car park or the countryside, we are committed to tackling environmental crimes such as fly-tipping.
“We have invested significant sums in equipment and officers to crackdown on fly-tipping in Wiltshire, as part of our Business Plan commitment and zero-tolerance approach.
“Our 'We’re Targeting Fly-tippers' (WTF) campaign is having an effect on reducing fly-tipping in Wiltshire, but the fight continues and our message is clear – we will take action and prosecute fly-tippers. We also offer rewards for information that leads to a successful fly-tipping prosecution or fine.
Cllr Thomas added: “Recycling banks can attract significant amounts of fly-tipping over the Christmas period, and I would advise anyone to think twice before dumping waste at locations like this.”
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