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- The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs said England recorded 1.26 million fly-tipping incidents in 2024-25, up 9% from 2023-24.
- Most incidents involved household waste, with 777,000 cases tied to old furniture or DIY debris.
- Only 0.2% of incidents led to legal action.
- The government issued new guidance for local authorities, including vehicle seizures and public shaming of offenders.
