Fly-tippers risk being caught on camera
08 May 2008
People who dump rubbish in Derbyshire risk being caught on camera as part of a campaign to help put a stop to fly-tipping.
State of the art CCTV is the latest tool being used as part of the campaign involving Derbyshire County Council, the Environment Agency and district and borough councils.
Mobile cameras will be set-up at fly-tipping hot-spots across the county to help catch people fly-tipping in the act.
The surveillance equipment is kitted out with the latest digital recording technology which records high-quality footage – in daylight and at night – clear enough to use as evidence in court.
District and borough councils will use the images along with the Environment Agency to help identify fly-tippers and the vehicles they use to commit the crime.
Councillor Brian Lucas, Derbyshire Count Council’s cabinet member for environmental services, said: “Fly-tipping is a nuisance. It looks a mess, is dangerous, it’s against the law and it costs the taxpayer money to clear up.
“These new cameras will make it increasing likely that those responsible will be caught and this sends out a clear message to fly-tippers - we won’t put up with it.”
Other methods being used to catch fly-tippers as part of the campaign include collecting finger-prints and DNA samples from rubbish.
Residents that spot dumped rubbish should Call Derbyshire on 08456 058 058 so it can be removed and investigated. People can also call if they see someone fly-tipping
Is your rubbish being dumped? – If you pay someone to take your rubbish away it could be traced back to you if they dump it illegally. That could mean a fine of up to £5,000 for you and £50,000 or 12 months in prison for the person who dumped it.
To check if someone is registered to take your rubbish away – or to find someone who is – contact the Environment Agency on 08708 506 506 or visit www.environment-agency.gov.uk/publicregister (opens in a new window)
Ref: JM.195.08
