Fly-tipping hinders pharmacist's access to work in Ashton

A pharmacist in Ashton-under-Lyne, Faz Din, reported that fly-tipping has made it difficult for him to reach work. He described the street as cluttered with dumped items like fridges and furniture, affecting safety and access for emergency vehicles. Tameside Council has responded by removing waste and enforcing penalties for fly-tipping. The council issued 236 fines last year, the highest in north-west England, and reported a 34% decrease in incidents compared to the previous year. Despite improvements in Tameside, fly-tipping cases across England rose to 1.15 million in 2023/24. Tameside Council continues to organize clean-up efforts to address the issue in the community.