Waste Crime

China uncovers nearly 1m tonnes of illegally smuggled waste
China uncovers nearly 1m tonnes of illegally smuggled waste

The latest in a long line of interventions by the Chinese Government has seen authorities intercept almost one million tonnes of illegally imported waste since the start of this year.


Environment Agency warns of illegal waste dumping trend

The regulator has called for vigilance amongst landlords as criminals are renting properties in order to dispose of illegal waste.

North Lincolnshire Council invests £2 million in refuse vehicle CCTV
North Lincolnshire Council invests £2 million in refuse vehicle CCTV

The council says the 13 new vehicles will boost efficiency amid drives to increase the area’s waste and recycling productivity. 

Company fined for illegal waste dump that killed protected species
Company fined for illegal waste dump that killed protected species
By
Kate Dickinson
| 6 July 2018 |
A construction company has been ordered to pay £100,000 in fines and prosecution costs after it was found guilty of dumping waste on the habitat of a protected species of wildlife.
Hampshire council launches campaign against fly-tipping
Hampshire council launches campaign against fly-tipping
By
Gethin Roberts
| 4 July 2018 |
A new media campaign from Hampshire County Council seeks to educate the public about the unlimited fines fly-tipping can incur. 
Thailand halts plastic and e-waste imports
Thailand halts plastic and e-waste imports
By
Kate Dickinson
| 3 July 2018 |
In the wake of China’s import bans it has been reported that Thailand is becoming a ‘dumping ground’ for electronic waste – and the country is beginning to fight back against the influx. 
Government waste crime review to tackle ‘serious and organised’ crime
Government waste crime review to tackle ‘serious and organised’ crime
By
Kate Dickinson
| 11 June 2018 |
The government has launched a review into serious and organised waste crime in England, asking for input from the public about how the growing problem might be tackled.
Which local authority is England’s worst fly-tipping offender?
Which local authority is England’s worst fly-tipping offender?
By
Gethin Roberts
| 23 May 2018 |
New research finds that The City of London has the biggest illegal rubbish dumping problem in England, with 238 fly-tipping incidents per 1,000 people.
Recycling consultant jailed for £300k tax fraud
Recycling consultant jailed for £300k tax fraud
By
Kate Dickinson
| 16 May 2018 |
John Hamill of GH Consulting has been handed a 21-month jail sentence after paying no income tax for nine years.
Repeat waste offender convicted for the fourth time for environmental offences
Repeat waste offender convicted for the fourth time for environmental offences
By
Gethin Roberts
| 15 May 2018 |
A waste criminal who has persistently dumped, buried and burnt hazardous waste has been jailed for 26 months.
New EA waste crime powers come into force
By
Kate Dickinson
| 29 April 2018 |
The Environment Agency (EA) will be providing waste enforcement officers with body cameras to tackle incidents of abuse as a new raft of waste crime powers comes into force.
Government doubles maximum fine for littering
By
Rob Cole
| 29 April 2018 |
The maximum on-the-spot fine for littering and graffiti has been almost doubled from £80 to £150 as the government cracks down on this anti-social and environmentally damaging behaviour.
Defra to consult on litter enforcement guidance
By
Kate Dickinson
| 13 April 2018 |
The government has launched a public consultation on new stronger guidance for councils regarding the ‘proportionate and effective’ use of penalties for littering.
WEEE reprocessors criticise Defra over lower collection targets
WEEE reprocessors criticise Defra over lower collection targets
By
Kate Dickinson
| 16 March 2018 |
Defra’s proposed collection target for WEEE in 2018 is  lower than the missed 2017 target, triggering dismay from the industry.
Watford woman dies after collision with skip lorry
Watford woman dies after collision with skip lorry
By
Rob Cole
| 14 March 2018 |
A woman has died from injuries suffered after being hit by a skip lorry on Watford High Street just before 1.10pm yesterday.
Extended waste crime powers for Wales
Extended waste crime powers for Wales
By
Kate Dickinson
| 8 March 2018 |
New waste crime powers have been approved by the National Assembly for Wales to prevent access to problem waste sites and force operators to remove illegally-dumped waste.
Seven Cardiff council waste management staff arrested on suspicion of fraud
Cardiff council waste management staff arrested on suspicion of fraud
By Resource |
21 February 2018 |
South Wales Police arrested eight people last week on suspicion of fraud, including, it is believed, several members of Cardiff Council’s waste management team.
Two arrested in London for organised waste crime offences
Two arrested in London for organised waste crime offences
By
Kate Dickinson
| 14 February 2018 |
A nationwide investigation by the Environment Agency, the Metropolitan Police and the Government Agency Intelligence Agency has led to the arrests of two men for illegal waste dumping, fraud and money-laundering.
Hot 100 2018: Who are the leaders of the pack?
Hot 100 2018: Who is leading the pack?
By Resource |
6 February 2018 |
Our annual power list of movers and shakers in the waste and resources industry attracted a record number of votes this year. Here, you’ll find the winners from 100 to one, each accompanied by a voter’s glowing review. Read on to discover who has played their cards right and proved to be our Top Trump for 2018  
Suspended jail sentence for illegal landfill owner
Suspended jail sentence for Cheshire illegal landfill owner
By
Kate Dickinson
| 2 February 2018 |
A landowner who pleaded guilty to turning his 19-acre Cheshire farm into an illegal landfill has received a 12-month jail term suspended for two years.
New Environment Agency team formed to tackle plastic waste in South West
New Environment Agency team formed to tackle plastic waste in South West
By
Kate Dickinson
| 17 January 2018 |
The Environment Agency has announced a £750,000 investment for the creation of a dedicated team to address plastic pollution in the South West of England.
New waste crime powers beef up Environment Agency enforcement at problem sites
New waste crime powers beef up Environment Agency enforcement at problem sites
By
Edward Perchard
| 15 January 2018 |
The Environment Agency will be able to lock the gates at problem waste sites and force operators to clear all their waste under new waste crime powers to be introduced by the government this spring, while a consultation is considering further measures to take.
Industry welcomes 25 Year Environment Plan but calls for detail remain
Industry welcomes 25 Year Environment Plan but calls for detail remain
By
Rob Cole
| 12 January 2018 |
The UK waste and resources industry has largely welcomed the government’s 25 Year Environment Plan, although calls remain for more substance to shore up the proposals.