Cromer man Phillip Rodwell pleaded guilty to dumping household waste including plasterboard, chipboard flooring and carpet on land at Hall Road, Cromer, in June 2012, at a hearing at Norwich Magistrates.
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Mr Rodwell addressed the Court in mitigation, saying that he admitted the offence and gave information as to the circumstances leading to the offence. He said he made a bad decision and he knew it was wrong.
The magistrates took into account his having no previous convictions and his early guilty plea in coming to their sentence. He was fined £200, ordered to pay North Norfolk District Council’s costs of £500 plus a victim surcharge of £15.
A spokesperson for North Norfolk District Council said, “This was a selfish and anti-social act, threatening both people and the environment, and such behaviour is totally unacceptable to all right-minded people.”
“North Norfolk is a beautiful place and one of the cleanest districts in the country. This council, and virtually everyone who lives or visits here, is determined to do everything possible to make sure it stays that way.”
“We would also like to thank the vigilant members of the public who reported this incident. We would urge other members of the public to report to us any events of this nature so we can all work together to keep North Norfolk clean and safe for locals and visitors alike.”
The illegal deposit of waste on land, otherwise known as fly tipping, can vary in scale and type of waste involved. However, in all instances it is anti-social behaviour that can cause pollution to the environment and harm to human health. It is an environmental crime which spoils local neighbourhoods, can reduce the respect and pride in an area and attract further deposits of waste. North Norfolk District Council is committed to working towards a cleaner, safer and greener environment.
Fly tipping is a serious criminal offence, which on conviction can result in a fine of up to £50,000 and/or imprisonment.
