Written questions

Fly-tipping: Slough

2026-06-24 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · 13203 · Official question

Mr Tanmanjeet Singh Dhesi

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what recent steps have been taken alongside relevant stakeholders to tackle flytipping in the constituency of Slough.

Answer

Local authorities are responsible for clearing litter and refuse from their land. They have powers to take enforcement action against offenders. Anyone caught fly-tipping may be prosecuted which can lead to a significant fine, a community sentence or even...