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Problems on streets and public areas
Abandoned vehicles
We can deal with abandoned and untaxed vehicles. Let us know if there's a problem.
Alleygates
We have over 500 alleygates to keep people and properties safe. Let us know if there's a problem.
Build up of waste
Large amounts of waste may be a health risk, cause a nuisance, or provide food or shelter for rats.
Dog waste
You're legally required to clean up your dog's waste from public areas. You could be fined if you do not.
Fly-posting
Fly-posting means placing posters or stickers in public without permission, for example on lampposts or bins.
Fly tipping
We usually remove fly tipping from council-owned land within 24 hours of getting a report.
Graffiti
We remove offensive or racist graffiti on council-owned land or buildings within 1 working day.
Litter
We pick up litter in streets, parks, and open spaces regularly. Let us know if there's a problem.
Needles and syringes
We collect disused needles from council-owned land including roads and pavements within 2 hours.
Street cleaning
We clean streets, parks, and open spaces regularly. Let us know if there's a problem.
Litter and dog bins
Details of how we'll deal with requests for new litter bins and dog waste bins.