Our Environmental Enforcement team are using the Clean Neighbourhoods and Environment Act 2005 as part of a range of measures to help keep Guildford clean. 

Littering and dog fouling
We can issue £50 fixed penalty notices for littering and dog fouling. Failure to pay may result in a prosecution before a magistrates court where the maximum fine is currently £2,500. 

Litter droppers will not receive warnings – an on the spot fixed penalty notice will be issued.  Anyone aged 14 years and above who drops litter in a public place can be fined.  Proceeds from fixed penalty notices must be spent in a related area and we will therefore be using proceeds to further reduce littering and dog fouling offences.

Rubbish
Traders or residents who place trade waste or domestic refuse out on the highway (roads and pavements) at the incorrect time will also face a fixed penalty notice of £75.

Businesses and householders now have a legal responsibility to dispose of waste properly. All waste must be dealt with by a registered carrier.  If someone claims to be registered but you are unsure, call the Environment Agency on 08708 506506 and request an instant Waste Carrier Validation Check or use the Environment Agency's website (this page opens in a new window)

The enforcement team also provides education and information, including trailer visits to schools and public events.

Street Cleaning Services
Guildford Borough Council
Millmead House
Millmead
Guildford
Surrey
GU2 4BB

Tel: 01483 444499
Email: hotlinec@guildford.gov.uk