Ten Hull residents have been prosecuted for a number of environmental crimes across the city.
Councillor Anita Harrison, portfolio holder for Streetscene, said:
By taking a tough stance on enforcement we can deter any potential offenders, and we encourage members of the public not to shrink from reporting any perpetrators they see. We will prosecute, and when convicted we will name and shame in the hope that we can stamp out this anti-social behaviour.
Dumping waste is a crime, help us and make those who do it pay for it. See it, report it, stop it.
Mark Patrick of Pykestone Close, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £1,126 (£660 fine, £66 victim surcharge and £400 costs) after waste that was found dumped within the drain bank on Bransholme Road included contacts details of a household in Hull. Following an interview with the homeowner it was discovered that arrangements had been made with Mr Patrick to remove and dispose of the household waste. Mr Patrick was then interviewed under caution and admitted to removing the waste and depositing it within an illegal skip that was found on Noddle Hill Way, Hull.
Yvette Marie Adams of Rosmead Street, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £711.50 (£440 fine, £44 victim surcharge and £227.50 costs) for failing to comply with a statutory notice served in accordance with Section 80 Environmental Protection Act 1990. This notice was served by the Council in response to a complaint concerning the condition of the defendants property, and the presence of rubbish that was causing a nuisance. The defendant failed to respond to any formal warning or legal notice, and works were carried out in default. These costs were subsequently recovered by the Council as part of its prosecution.
Terri Leigh Ann Hoad of Ripley Close, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £1,051 (£660 fine, £66 victim surcharge and £325 costs) for failing to comply with a statutory notice served in accordance with Section 80 Environmental Protection Act 1990. This notice was served by the Council in response to a complaint concerning the condition of the defendants property, and the presence of rubbish that was causing a nuisance. The defendant failed to respond to any formal warning or legal notice, and works were carried out in default. These costs were subsequently recovered by the Council as part of its prosecution.
Magdalena Gucia of Rustenburg Street, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £659 (£440 fine, £44 victim surcharge and £175 costs) under Section 110(2)(b) Environment Act 1995. This case was brought by the Council following a complaint received about waste that had been found dumped on Rustenburg Street. Following an inspection, evidence was founding linking Miss Gucia to the offence. The Council contacted the defendant who failed to respond to any communication. As a result, a decision was taken to serve a notice under Section 108 Environment Act 1995.
Ramesh Soni t/as Lucca of Princes Avenue, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £1,666 (£1,100 fine, £66 victim surcharge and £500 costs). This case was brought by the Council in response to the failure of the business to manage the controlled wastes produced from Lucca and to provide information requested by the Council. This failure resulted in Mr Soni being convicted of offences contrary to Section 47(6) Environmental Protection Act 1990 and section 16 Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976.
Valentin Marian Stefan of Folkestone Street, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £659 (£440 fine, £44 victim surcharge and £175 costs) under Section 110(2)(b) Environment Act 1995. This case was brought by the Council following a complaint by a resident about waste that had been found dumped on Rustenburg Street. Following an inspection, evidence was founding linking the defendant to the offence. The Council contacted Mr Stefan who failed to respond to any communication. As a result, a decision was taken to serve a notice under Section 108 Environment Act 1995.
Stacey Marie Weir of 12th Avenue, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £584 (£440 fine, £44 victim surcharge and £100 costs) under Section 110(2)(b) Environment Act 1995. This case was brought by the Council following a complaint by a resident about waste that had been found dumped at Greenwood Avenue Library, Greenwood Avenue, Hull. Following an inspection, evidence was founding linking the defendant to the offence. The Council contacted Miss Weir who failed to respond to any communication. As a result, a decision was taken to serve a notice under Section 108 Environment Act 1995.
Lisa Jane Weir of York Road, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £584 (£440 fine, £44 victim surcharge and £100 costs) under Section 110(2)(b) Environment Act 1995. This case was brought by the Council following a complaint by a resident about waste that had been found dumped at Gloucester Street, Hull. Following an inspection, evidence was founding linking the defendant to the offence. The Council contacted Miss Weir who failed to respond to any communication. As a result, a decision was taken to serve a notice under Section 108 Environment Act 1995.
Kayleigh Louise Clarke of Gloucester Street, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £794 (£440 fine, £44 victim surcharge and £310 costs) for failing to comply with a statutory notice served in accordance with Section 80 Environmental Protection Act 1990. This notice was served by the Council in response to a complaint concerning the condition of the defendants property, and the presence of rubbish that was causing a nuisance. The defendant failed to respond to any formal warning or legal notice, and works were carried out in default. These costs were subsequently recovered by the Council as part of its prosecution.
Ricky Lee Brian Johnson of Spring Bank West, Hull was prosecuted and ordered to pay a total of £794 (£440 fine, £44 victim surcharge and £260 costs) for failing to comply with a statutory notices served in accordance with Section 80 Environmental Protection Act 1990. This notice was served by the Council in response to a complaint concerning the condition of the defendants property, and the presence of rubbish that was causing a nuisance. The defendant failed to respond to any formal warning or legal notice, and works were carried out in default. These costs were subsequently recovered by the Council as part of its prosecution.
If you are unsure of how to dispose of your excess rubbish, see our handy guide of dos and donts below:
DO:
Dispose of excess household rubbish using one of the councils free house waste and recycling centres
If you pay someone to take your waste, then check that they are registered carriers by asking for a copy of their certificate, or via https://www.gov.uk/find-registered-waste-carrier or by calling 03708 506 506
Ask where the rubbish will be disposed of. If they say a facility provided by the council, then do not give them your waste as this is illegal
Record any details of the persons and vehicle used to remove your waste e.g. registration number, make, model, colour etc.
Always get a receipt (also known as a controlled waste transfer notes that will confirm where the wastes have come from, who they are, how its being removed and transported and where its being taken to be disposed or recycled)
If possible, try and pay by cheque as it can be traced and keep a description (ideally take pictures) of the rubbish being removed
DONT:
Use anyone who cold calls at your property or leaves a card it is your responsibility to do the relevant checks
Give anyone your rubbish without first checking they are authorised to take your waste
Assume people who advertise online, in the local media or shops are legitimate – always check before giving them your rubbish
Give your rubbish to anyone that you do not trust or suspect may be acting unlawfully
Be fooled. If the price sounds too good to be true, then it probably is, and remember this will end up costing you more in court fines and costs
