Crime

Swindon Fly-Tipping Fines Surge to £5,000 in Crackdown

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Swindon Borough Council raises maximum fly-tipping fines from £1,000 to £5,000.

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New fixed penalty tier targets both individuals and rogue waste carriers.

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Householders remain legally responsible for checking waste carrier licences.

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Enforcement aims to reduce council clean-up costs and deter environmental crime.

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