West Pinchbeck man fined for Surfleet fly tip

A West Pinchbeck man was fined by South Holland District Council, following an investigation into fly-tipping in Surfleet.

The tip, which took place in July, saw bagged domestic waste disposed from a vehicle into a hedge bottom on Park Road. The incident was witnessed by a member of the public who reported it to the council, who then began an investigation to identify those involved.

Using the evidence available, a man from West Pinchbeck was identified as the offender, receiving a £200 fixed penalty notice from the council on October 14, which has since been paid.

Coun Gary Taylor, portfolio holder for communities and facilities, said: "Regardless of its size or contents, we cannot and will not tolerate any form of fly-tipping in South Holland, and I am pleased that our investigations have allowed us to identify and fine the guilty party in this instance.

"Whenever our enforcement team can find sufficient evidence to bring offenders to justice they will, and I hope this sends the message that fly-tipping can prove much more expensive than using a responsible, licensed waste carrier.

"It also shows the importance of the team receiving quick and detailed reports when a fly-tip does take place to allow us to gather as much information as possible. Thank you to those who helped us to find those responsible and punish them accordingly."

It is important that information about tips is shared quickly and in as much detail as possible, to allow evidence to be gathered and thorough investigation to take place. Reports can be made on the council's website at www.sholland.gov.uk/reportit or by calling 01775 761161.

• Current government legislation means fly-tippers who receive fixed penalty notices from councils cannot be publicly identified.