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England Considers New Powers to Combat Fly Tipping

3/19/2026

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Local authorities in England may gain new powers to enforce fly tipping clean-up and fines without court involvement, as the government plans consultations with councils.
The plan follows a rise in illegal waste sites, with the Environment Agency reporting 749 new sites in 2024-2025.
Offenders could face community service and fines up to £300.
The Local Government Association supports the initiative, Liberal Democrat spokesperson Tim Farron calling for focusing on organized crime behind large-scale dumping.

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Local authorities in England may gain new powers to enforce fly tipping clean-up and fines without court involvement, as the government plans consultations with councils.
The plan follows a rise in illegal waste sites, with the Environment Agency reporting 749 new sites in 2024-2025.
Offenders could face community service and fines up to £300.
The Local Government Association supports the initiative, Liberal Democrat spokesperson Tim Farron calling for focusing on organized crime behind large-scale dumping.