The issue of littering across the borough has been raised by members of the public and the Council are seeking new and innovative ways to tackle the growing issue effectively without a financial burden to the Council.

It is hoped that through the partnership with National Environmental Services (NES) the Council would undertake a 12-month pilot whereby they will enhance our provision around environmental enforcement particularly in relation to littering offences.

NES will provide an ‘end to end’ environmental crime service at no cost to the Council.

After a full discussion, Cllr Hossack MOVED and Cllr Parker SECONDED the recommendations in the report.

A vote was taken and it was RESOLVED UNANIMOUSLY.

Members are asked to:

R1. To delegate authority to the Corporate Director of Housing and Community Safety the authority to agree contractual terms for a trial, and to enter into a trial, subject to consultation with the Chair of Environmental, Enforcement, & Housing Committee and any required procurement processes are followed.

Reasons for Recommendation

To ensure that the Council fulfil its Corporate objective around environmental issues and improve our enforcement activity.