Frequently asked questions
Questions on littering and enforcement, community heroes, dog fouling, fly tipping and adopt an area.
Questions about littering and enforcement
Anyone caught dropping litter, including cigarette butts, chewing gum, or not picking up after their dog in the district will face a fine, if caught.
Questions about community heroes
A community hero is someone who has made a significant contribution to keeping our district clean and tidy.
Questions about dog fouling
Dog fouling is the offence of being in charge of a dog and failing to clean up after it defecates in a public place.
Questions about fly tipping
Fly tipping is when waste is illegally dumped on roads or land which is not licensed for waste.
Questions about Adopt an Area
Adopt an Area is the latest stage of our Against Litter campaign. Its purpose is to encourage residents and businesses to get more involved by adopting an area.