And, it has given the public average costs for the proper collection of waste, including a figure of an average £52 for a car-boot sized amount.
The environmental regulator says those wishing to dispose of waste are “frequently” targeted by criminals who then go on to fly-tip the material.
“Everyone has a legal duty to check that the person taking the waste is a registered waste carrier,” NRW said in a statement issued yesterday (7 July), directing the public to its public register.
Individuals who “fail” to meet their duty of care towards their waste could receive a fine if prosecuted, NRW said.
Lawfully
David Powell, NRW operations manager for the North East, said: “As a waste producer, you are responsible for your waste, and you have a duty of care to ensure that it is disposed of lawfully.
“On average a legitimate waste carrier charges around £52 to remove a car boot sized bundle of waste while a van load would cost £166 and an average skip load around £230.
“If your waste carrier is charging less, ask to see their waste carrier’s licence and check NRW’s public register.”
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