Let’s scrap flytipping

The handyperson service is available for anyone who is on benefits and needs help with gardening, furniture assembly and fixes, single plumbing works, tiling or other tasks. To find out more email handy@communities1st.org.uk.

If you want to help in the community and enjoy working outside, you could consider volunteering as a gardener and help someone improve their green space. Email volunteer@ communities1st.org.uk to find out more.

We all have a duty of care to ensure our household waste is disposed of correctly. If your waste is fly tipped you could receive a fixed penalty notice of up to £300 or face criminal prosecution, even if you didn’t put it there.

Last year a north London man was fined over £25,000 for allowing his waste to be dumped in Hertsmere – the largest fine received for waste dumped in the borough. Remember, if it’s your waste, it’s your responsibility.

If you need to have your rubbish removed, remember the SCRAP advice: uspect all waste carriers; do not let them take your waste until they have proven themselves to be legitimate. heck their waste carrier registration details, then verify by searching the Environment Agency website or by calling 03708 506 506. efuse unexpected offers to have any rubbish taken away. sk what will happen to your rubbish and get evidence. aperwork should be obtained. Get a proper invoice, waste transfer note or a receipt for your waste removal.

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