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Bins and waste collection
Find out which type of waste is collected by your local council and how often
Reporting abandoned vehicles
If you want to report an abandoned car and get it removed, or dispose of your own vehicle, your local council can help
Disposal of bulky items
How you can safely and legally dispose of old large items such as fridges and freezers and apply for a collection
Fly-tipping - what you can do
Find out what to do with fly-tipped waste (illegally dumped rubbish) and report it to your council
Bonfires and the law
Bonfires cause localised pollution and can annoy neighbours - find alternative ways to dispose of garden waste
Getting graffiti and flyposters removed
Find out how to report graffiti and flyposting (illegal flyers and posters) to your council
Street cleaning
Find out how street litter is removed, help removing dead animals and how to report any problems to your local council
Dealing with problems with drains and sewers
Who is responsible for drains and sewers, and what you can do if you have a blocked drain
Dog fouling
The law and health risks associated with animal fouling and how to report any problems to your local council
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