Decision Maker: Executive

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: Yes

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: September 2, 2025

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)