Council Tackle Fly-tipping

WORKS to tackle problem fly-tipping spots in Westcliff and other areas is set to get underway following a cash boost.

 Southend City Council has been given government a grant to fund a campaign to install visible cameras and anti-fly-tipping signs at 10 hotspots.

 Additionally, there will be face-to-face engagement with residents in these areas to promote responsible waste disposal.

 As part of the grant agreement, the campaign will also include public art installations to raise awareness about proper waste disposal.

 This includes repurposing one of the elephant statues from last year’s Herd In the City art trail, featuring messages reminding residents to dispose of waste responsibly.

 Two of the 10 areas located for the campaign are Hamlet Court Road and London Road in Westcliff.

 Councillor Lydia Hyde, cabinet member for climate, environment, and waste, said: “We are committed to improving the streets and tackling fly-tipping. This proactive pilot campaign is just one of several measures being implemented.

 “Other actions we are considering include introducing a new enforcement team to issue fines to offenders and making it easier for residents to submit evidence of fly-tipping. The council is also exploring ways to help residents dispose of waste responsibly, including the possibility of a free bulky waste service.”

 Ilana Shaw, general manager for Veolia Southend, the council\s waste disposal partner, said: “Our teams will be regularly monitoring the selected locations to assess the success of the campaign and we hope that this combined use of education and enforcement will show long-lasting benefits for the local environment.”

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