What happens if you do not pay
There is no formal way to appeal a fixed penalty notice (FPN). If the fine isn’t paid, the council may take you to court. The court can give a higher fine and may also give you a criminal record.
Examples of court penalties include:
- littering - up to £2,500
- fly-tipping - up to £50,000 or prison
- not showing waste transfer notes - up to £5,000
If you don’t agree with the fine, the case will go to court. The court will decide if the offence happened and what penalty should apply.
The council keeps a public list of all FPNs issued. We also keep records of environmental offences, following data protection laws.