Getting rid of your old furniture at a household recycling centre?
New guidance recently introduced by the Environment Agency means Dorset Council must treat upholstered furniture differently when it is being disposed of from now on.
Weymouth man successfully prosecuted by Dorset Council for fly-tipping
On Tuesday 2 August 2022 at Poole Magistrates Court, Richard Dunn (42, of Weymouth) pleaded guilty to illegally dumping stones and gravel on a verge at the side of an unnamed road at Woodsford, Dorchester back in April last year.
Weymouth resident prosecuted for disposing of commercial waste at recycling centre
Dorset Council’s Waste Enforcement and Legal teams scored another victory in court this week, as a rogue trader was prosecuted for transporting and disposing of commercial waste at a Household Recycling Centre (HRC, or “the tip”), as well as failing to provide correct paperwork.
Council begins process for the creation of a new Household Recycling Centre for East Dorset
At Dorset Council’s Cabinet meeting on April 6th, officers will recommend members approve the funding of a new Household Recycling Centre (HRC, or “the tip”) for East Dorset.
Council seeking views on proposed new waste management facility in Blandford
Dorset Council is looking for feedback on its plans to construct a modern waste management centre for Blandford, which will also include a new household recycling centre for residents.
Household Recycling Centres across Dorset to remain open during lockdown
All 10 of Dorset Council’s Household Recycling Centres (HRCs, or “the tip”) will remain open daily during the latest lockdown period, but restrictions will apply on site.
