In a shocking incident of fly-tipping, parts of a dismantled caravan were found dumped at a picturesque location in the Cotswolds. The incident has left residents outraged and Cotswold District Councillor Julia Judd has expressed her dismay at finding such a beautiful spot littered.
The waste was found scattered along the track in Edgeworth near Cirencester, which is a remote, beautiful spot. Councillor Judd has said that it will cost taxpayers a lot of money to clear up this mess, as it will require multiple site visits, a variety of vehicles and trailers, and hours of manpower. The chassis and other bits of the caravan were found in Stroud District, making the cleanup process more complicated.
The Environment department of Cotswold District Council has been taking steps to combat fly-tipping, such as installing cameras at hotspots and conducting stop-checks of vehicles to reinforce the anti-fly-tipping message. However, the problem seems to be getting worse, with a 15% increase in incidents recorded from April to September 2022 compared to the previous year.
Cabinet member Juliet Layton has urged residents to ensure that anyone they hire to clear rubbish has the correct paperwork, such as a waste carrier licence. She has also warned that fly-tipping can be dangerous, as it can contain hidden chemicals and contaminants that leach into the environment. The offenders responsible for this outrageous act of fly-tipping are considered uncaring and reckless, and the council is determined to find them and hold them accountable for their actions.