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Crackdown on illegal fly posting
24 January 2008
THE HORSHAM District’s Street Scene Team swept into action over the Christmas and New Year holiday period with a big clear up of street clutter.
Over fifty illegally posted signs were removed from lamp posts and street furniture during the sweep.
Those posters that were not claimed were later destroyed. Where those responsible could be traced, warning letters were issued.
Horsham District Council recently set fixed penalty charges for a range of environmental offences and is making people aware that illegal fly posting can result in £75 tickets being issued.
Speaking of the signs, Street Scene Warden Supervisor Gill Carlow said:
“Bearing in mind that the penalty applies to each poster or sign, people illegally fly posting could end up with a big bill.”
If a fly posting case goes to Court fines can be issued at up to £2,500 per sign.
Cllr Andrew Baldwin, Cabinet Member for Housing and Community Support at Horsham District Council, added:
“Horsham District Council is now adopting a much more rigorous enforcement strategy and will take action against those people who illegally fly post.
“We have to send out a clear message that this will no longer be tolerated.”
Illegal signs can be reported to Horsham District Council’s Street Scene Team on 01403 215186 or email community.safety@horsham.gov.uk
Litter and graffiti can be reported to the Council by calling 01403 733144 or by email at hop.oast@horsham.gov.uk
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CONTACT: Richard Morris, Communications Manager
Email: richard.morris@horsham.gov.uk