Purpose

The report is seeking
endorsement of proposed changes to the FPN value structure
associated with Fly-tipping, littering and householder duty of care
offences.

Content

Resolved –
 

(1)          
That the proposal to increase fines for environmental offences
that will come into force from the 1 October 2025 as follows be
approved –

 

Fly-tipping:

• £1,000 for serious offences – High level

• £400 (discounted to £300 for early payment) -
Medium level

• £150 - Low level

 

Littering: • £150 (discounted to £100 for early
payment).

 

Householder Duty of Care:

• £400 (discounted to £250 for early payment).

 

(2)          
That the implementation of the commercial waste charging
structure and its intended benefits in promoting responsible
disposal, sustaining income, and reducing environmental harm
associated with illegal waste activity be noted.
 
To be actioned
by: Strategic Director, Place
 
Overview and Scrutiny Area: Regeneration &
Environment
 
(Amjad Ishaq –
01274 433682)