Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 116339
Fly-tipping: Enforcement
Tabled: 26 February 2026
Answered: 5 March 2026
Question
James McMurdock
Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps he is taking to increase levels of enforcement action against individuals responsible for fly-tipping.
Answer
Mary CreaghLocal authorities have powers to take enforcement action against offenders. Anyone caught fly-tipping may be prosecuted which can lead to a significant fine, a community sentence or even imprisonment. We encourage and support councils to make good use of ...
ⓘ
This is an extract from the Parliament API. Search the full answer on Parliament.uk (UIN 116339) →