Figures show that there has been more than a 500pc increase in fly-tipping in the borough of Great Yarmouth.
Between April and June were 1,852 reports of fly-tipping across the Great Yarmouth Borough.
The same period last year saw 305 reports.
The 507pc increase is because Great Yarmouth Borough Council has changed the way that it records incidents.
The council has changed how it records incidents to include waste removed by its teams before it is reported, as well as cases it is alerted to by the public.
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Council bosses said they hope the change will shine a light on those who continue to break the law, damage the environment and blight communities by illegally dumping waste in the borough.
Councillor Paul Wells, Great Yarmouth Borough Council’s portfolio holder for environment and sustainability, licensing and waste said: ‘’This review of how we collect statistics for fly-tipping was incredibly important because it means people are able to see a much more accurate reflection of the problems our communities face.
‘’We all know the damage caused by those who flout the law to illegally dump rubbish.
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"The impact these criminals have on the lives of our residents and the environment is costly, unsightly and damaging to the environment.
‘’The council will always prosecute offenders where it can and we have a successful track record of doing so.
"It is essential people report incidents to us and provide us with any information they can to help us take the action we know the community wants.’’
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Great Yarmouth Borough Council’s environment rangers investigate reports of fly-tipping and offenders face an unlimited fine and/or a jail sentence under the Environmental Protection Act.
Fly-tipping in the borough can be reported via the Love Clean Streets app or website, via email at environmentalrangers@great-yarmouth.gov.uk or by calling 01493 846478.
If you see any fly-tipping please get in touch by emailing details and pictures to: bruno.brown@newsquest.co.uk
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