Peterborough City Council is implementing a vehicle e-permit system for its recycling centre at Fengate, aiming to curb the use of the site by non-residents. The scheme, previously limited to vans and trailers, will extend to all vehicles starting February 24th. Council officials anticipate minimal impact on fly-tipping, attributing the issue primarily to low-cost clearance services offered by small traders. Meanwhile, the council has received funding to combat fly-tipping through CCTV installation and awareness campaigns.
While the new permit scheme is due to be introduced, residents have concerns it could boost fly-tipping
The permit scheme, run by Peterborough City Council for its tip at Fengate, was previously available for vans and trailers but is being extended to cover all vehicles from 24 February.Labour cabinet member for environment and transport, Angus Ellis, said all users would need a permit going forward. Adrian Chapman, executive director of place and economy at the authority, said the number of detections of fly-tipping had increased.
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