Council cracks down on fly-tippers in Eastbourne

Eastbourne Borough Council is urging businesses and residents to get rid of waste safely and responsibly after five fly-tipping fines were issued in less than three weeks.

The Fixed Penalty Notices were handed out by the council’s Neighbourhood First team between May 30 and June 19.

A construction company received two separate fines after being filmed on two occasions leaving furniture outside a recycling site; a hairdressing business was fined £200 for leaving trade waste by residential-only bins and three Eastbourne residents were each fined £200 for abandoning items on the seafront.

All fines were paid early, resulting in a reduced fee of £120.

Councillor Jim Murray, Cabinet Member for Carbon Neutral 2030, said: “We have a zero-tolerance policy for fly-tipping in Eastbourne. It is not only an eyesore but also a hazard to our community and harms our beautiful environment. These fines, issued by our diligent Neighbourhood First team, send a clear message: we will not hesitate to take action against those who blight our streets and public spaces. Keeping our environment tidy is a collective responsibility, and we are committed to ensuring Eastbourne remains a place we can all be proud of."

To report fly-tipping, you can use the council’s Report It app on your mobile. Visit lewes-eastbourne.gov.uk/report-fly-tipping for details.