Under new measures, local councils will work with the police to identify, seize, and destroy vehicles used by waste criminals.
The government has confirmed that drones and mobile CCTV cameras will be deployed to track cars and vans linked to fly-tipping, ensuring swift removal.
With residents calling for stronger enforcement, 2,554 fines were issued last year (April 2024 – March 2025), totalling £1,393,350, to maintain cleanliness and safety across the borough. However, these measures are set to strengthen further with this new legislation.
In addition, new legislation means waste criminals will also now face up to five years in prison for operating illegally as well as having their vehicles taken away.
Those caught transporting or dealing with waste unlawfully will face severe consequences as part of tougher enforcement efforts.
This follows a ministerial review aimed at removing bureaucratic barriers that prevent the councils’ efforts from tackling fly-tipping effectively.
Cllr Seema Chandwani, Cabinet Member for Tackling Inequality and Resident Services, said:
We welcome the government’s announcement. Waste dumping continues to be a serious issue in Haringey, and our residents have been clear - they want stronger action. We are committed to working alongside our community to tackle this problem head-on.
The government's decision to introduce tougher legislation will hopefully make offenders think twice before damaging our environment. These measures strengthen our fight against environmental crime and reinforce efforts to keep our borough clean.
Everyone deserves to live in a borough that is green, clean, and well-maintained. Those who undermine this will face consequences—we are taking action to protect our shared spaces.
