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Licensed Clearance — London & South East

Fly Tip Waste Removal in London

Fast, fully licensed removal of fly-tipped waste from commercial land, development sites and private property. EA-compliant documentation as standard.

£50k Maximum Fixed Penalty
1M+ Incidents Reported p.a.
£57M Annual Cost to UK Councils
24hr Emergency Response

Know Your Obligations

Landowner Liability

Under the Environmental Protection Act 1990, landowners — including commercial property owners, developers and site managers — bear legal responsibility for the removal of fly-tipped waste from their land, regardless of who deposited it.

Councils can issue a fixed penalty notice of up to £50,000 for failure to clear fly-tipped waste, and prosecution can follow. For active development sites, the reputational and programme risks are equally significant.

As a landowner, you are legally responsible for removing fly-tipped waste — even if you didn't cause it
Failure to remove waste can result in enforcement action from the local authority
Commercial landowners and developers face the greatest exposure on active and vacant sites
Unlicensed removal of fly-tipped waste carries its own criminal penalties
A Waste Transfer Note must be obtained from any contractor you use to remove the waste
Westminster Waste provides full EA-licensed clearance with compliant documentation

Fixed Penalty Notices

Local authorities can issue FPNs of up to £50,000 to landowners who fail to remove fly-tipped waste within a set timeframe.

Duty of Care

You must ensure waste is removed by an EA-licensed carrier and obtain a Waste Transfer Note. Unlicensed removal is a criminal offence.

Time-Critical

Fly-tipped waste attracts more fly-tipping. Early, documented removal is the most cost-effective response.

Development Sites at Risk

Vacant plots, pre-demolition sites and perimeter land are primary targets. Westminster Waste provides rapid response across London.

What We Clear

Types of Fly-Tipped Waste

Construction Waste

Rubble, timber, mixed C&D illegally dumped on commercial land

Bulky Items

Furniture, white goods, mattresses — common on vacant plots

Commercial Waste

Bagged general waste from businesses disposed of illegally

Hazardous Materials

Asbestos, chemicals, clinical waste — specialist handling required

Garden & Green Waste

Soil, turf, green waste dumped on roadside or private land

WEEE & Electronics

Electrical items, TVs, IT equipment and white goods

Suspected hazardous waste? Our team will assess and arrange specialist handling. Call us before booking.

Our Process

How We Clear It

01

Site Survey

We attend your site to assess the nature and volume of the fly-tipped waste. Hazardous materials are identified and segregated at this stage.

02

Rapid Clearance

Our licensed team removes all waste using the appropriate vehicles and handling procedures. CCTV or site photography provided on request.

03

Compliant Disposal

All waste is processed at our licensed 6.2-acre MRF in South London. Full Waste Transfer Notes and disposal documentation issued.

04

Site Secured

We can advise on preventative measures — skip placement, fencing and signage — to deter repeat fly-tipping on your land.

Why Us

Licensed, Fast & Documented

EA licensed waste carrier — legal, documented removal
Hazardous waste handling capability
Full Waste Transfer Notes for your duty-of-care records
Same-day and emergency response available
FORS Gold accredited fleet
100% diversion from landfill at our own MRF
Westminster Waste licensed clearance

Going Further

Need a Full Site Clearance?

Beyond fly tipping removal, Westminster Waste provides full commercial site clearances for pre-demolition, post-construction, office, retail and industrial environments. One contractor, one point of contact, full compliance.

Pre-Demolition Strip-Out

licensed hazardous handling

Office Clearances

rapid commercial turnaround

Industrial Sites

heavy waste, full compliance

Retail & Hospitality

minimal disruption

Same-Day Response Available

Fly Tipping on Your Land?

Don't risk enforcement action. Call our team for a fast, licensed clearance and full duty-of-care documentation.