An action plan has been published, detailing specific actions and interventions to be progressed by the Scottish government and its partners and agencies in the first year.
Introduction of new powers to impose a fine on the registered keeper of a vehicle from which a littering offence is committed.
A new national online litter hub to provide information, advice and support to community groups and other relevant local organisations on tackling litter and littering behaviour. Dedicated support for private landowners, including funding for trials to help deter and deal with fly-tipping affecting their land.
Increased action to detect and disrupt fly-tippers, especially unregistered waste carriers advertising online, such as proactive engagement with online platforms and dedicated SEPA activity to tackle rogue operators.is a beautiful country and we all have a responsibility to keep it that way. "This government makes no apologies for taking bold action on tackling litter and fly-tipping, which is a blight on our streets, communities and countryside, as well as threatening our natural environment and wildlife."
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