Durham says you should report fly-tipping online. If the waste is blocking a road or is in a dangerous place, call the police on 999 instead.
| What to do | Details |
|---|---|
| Report fly-tipping | report flytipping online |
| If it’s blocking a road or dangerous | Contact the police on 999 |
| Useful info to give | Exact location, vehicle make/model/colour/registration if seen, what was dumped, and a description of the fly-tippers |
| Helpful location tool | Use What3Words and note the 3 words for the spot before reporting |
Durham also asks you not to look through the waste yourself, as there may be harmful items in it. If you spot an unlicensed waste carrier, the council also says you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or use the online contact form.