Council launches fly-tipping crackdown

The council said those prosecuted could face paying up to £50,000

Fly-tippers face charges that could soar to £50,000 as part of a council crackdown.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) has reminded businesses of their responsibilities when they throw rubbish away.

It said it could give out routine fines of up to £400 but costs could soar to £50,000 as part of prosecutions if they go to court.

Councillor Richard Coe, cabinet member for household and regulatory services, said fly-tipping was a "blight on the borough".

"...it is not only an eyesore for our communities, but also harms our environment, poses risks to public health and safety and costs us money to clean up that could be spent on key services for our residents," he said.

"This crackdown sends a clear message that we will not tolerate fly-tipping in the borough and will take tough action against those caught breaking the law."