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Environmental vandalism strategy

The council have made a commitment to prevent environmental vandalism. Environmental vandalism impacts on our communities and environment.

The aim of the Environmental Vandalism Strategy 2022 - 2024 is to reduce illegal activity that has a negative effect on the environment in Fife. We want to see a change in behaviour, stopping things before they happen. We will focus on illegal dumping, littering, dog fouling, graffiti/flyposting, and abandoned vehicles. This consistent and proactive approach will mean long-term improvement.

The strategy will focus on:

  • the swift removal of offending items, wherever they happen
  • policing methods
    • better use of the available technology and handing out fines whenever vandals are identified
  • making better use of the Council’s staffing and vehicle resources
  • better data gathering
  • working with the community and letting them know what they can do to assist the council

Environmental vandalism has serious negative local consequences on:

  • the environment and injury to pets and wildlife from discarded waste
  • the economy, tourism, and property prices
  • health and wellbeing
  • increased costs to councils, partners, and private landowners for clearing up incidents

Environmental vandalism is a challenge for councils across Scotland, and costs over £78M every year.

Our new Environmental Vandalism Strategy is about long-term improvements. The message is we are cracking down on environmental crimes and illegal activity will not be accepted. At the same time, we know that the majority of local people take pride in their local area. We will also focus on helping people change their behaviour.

An important part of this new approach is to make sure that every person in Fife takes responsibility for being part of the solution.

For more information on the work we're doing, please visit Don't Rubbish Fife.

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