Varun Datta, a 36-year-old from Belgravia, London, has been ordered to pay £1.4m after pleading guilty to illegally dumping 4,275 tonnes of waste at 16 sites across England, including farms and nature reserves.
A 300m-long illegal waste site near the M25 in Essex will shut after a court order, following arrests and concerns over health and fire risks.
Residents demand immediate action as a massive illegal rubbish dump continues to expand near West Reservoir, a popular natural swimming and kayaking location in North London.
An illegal landfill near the M25 in Essex has expanded to tens of thousands of tonnes, risking contamination of the River Roding, despite an ongoing Environment Agency investigation.
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A colossal illegal fly-tip containing 30,000 tonnes of waste discovered near the M57 in Kirkby prompts a major investigation by Knowsley Council and the Environment Agency.
UK grocery delivery service Modern Milkman launches new scheme collecting broken electronics and toys for recycling alongside milk deliveries, charging £2.50 per collection bag.
Environment Agency arrests two Essex residents for dumping waste at six illegal sites across England, amid criticism of slow action on waste crime and budget constraints.
A 25,000-tonne illegal waste dump near a Wigan primary school poses grave environmental and health risks, with peers urging the Environment Agency to clear the site despite funding refusals.
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Sutton residents urge council to oppose expansions of Viridor incinerator and SUEZ anaerobic digestion plant, citing health and pollution concerns ahead of local elections.
A 52-year-old man from Surrey has been arrested in connection with the massive illegal waste site near Kidlington, Oxfordshire, bringing total arrests to four.
Two men have been arrested in connection with a massive illegal waste dump in Oxfordshire, where rubbish formed a mountain 60m long, 15m wide and 10m high.
A reader questions whether shredding sensitive papers is still necessary in our digital world, sparking debate on identity theft via rubbish bins and modern best practices.
Discover how everyday kitchen waste like cooking oils and milk contributes to massive fatbergs in sewer systems, and learn sustainable disposal methods.
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Hundreds of illegal waste dumps blight the UK, including massive 'super sites' with up to 280,000 tonnes of rubbish, sparking environmental concerns and government action.
A secret Sydney Water report reveals up to 12,000 food businesses could be illegally discharging fats and oils into sewage, contributing to massive fatbergs and beach pollution.
A mother in Wigan tells how a 25,000-tonne illegal waste site has made her home a 'prison', forcing her autistic son to move out. Read her story and the national waste crime crisis.
An outdated Edmonton incinerator will operate beyond 2030, significantly past its design life, as construction of its replacement faces delays. Read the latest on the North London waste project.
A major blaze at a recycling centre in Southall, West London, involving 60 firefighters, caused severe disruption to rail services including the Great Western Main Line. Get the latest updates.
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A deadly landfill collapse in the Philippines has killed one and left 38 missing under an avalanche of waste. Rescue efforts continue amid toxic air and hazardous conditions.
A deadly landfill collapse in Cebu City has buried a village under waste. One woman is dead and 38 are missing as rescue teams face toxic hazards. Read the latest on the disaster.
A deadly landfill collapse in the Philippines has killed one and left 27 missing under an avalanche of garbage. Rescue efforts are hampered by toxic air and unstable debris. Read the latest updates.
A waste firm has apologised after its staff were filmed disposing of a rough sleeper's belongings in Dover. The council has launched an investigation. Read the full story.
A man from Enfield has been fined nearly £2,000 after being caught on camera illegally dumping bulky waste. The council warns of a zero-tolerance policy. Report fly-tipping to your local authority.
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Nearly a year into Birmingham's bin strike, residents face fly-tipping, vermin and environmental collapse. We investigate the human and ecological toll of the ongoing industrial action.
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From treecycling to creative reuse, discover practical, Earth-friendly solutions for your post-Christmas waste. Learn how to declutter responsibly and start your new year sustainably.
A council bin worker shares crucial advice on recycling Christmas waste correctly. Learn the 'scrunch test' for wrapping paper and how to check your local rules.
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