Southend-on-Sea Borough Council
Southend-on-Sea Borough Council

Frequently Asked Questions: Street care and cleaning

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Street care and cleaning FAQs

Q: Rubbish Watch: How will Rubbish Watch work?

Q: Rubbish Watch: What is a Fixed Penalty Notice (FPN)?

Q: Rubbish Watch: How much is a FPN fine?

Q: Rubbish Watch: How do I avoid a fine?

Q: Rubbish Watch: Will I get a fine if I put my rubbish out early because I am going away?

Q: Rubbish Watch: Why have I been given a Fixed Penalty Notice?

Q: Rubbish Watch: How can I pay my Fixed Penalty Notice?

Q: Rubbish Watch: I believe a FPN has been issued to the wrong person. What should I do?

Q: Rubbish Watch: What do I do if my rubbish hasn't been collected?

Q: Rubbish Watch: What do I do with rubbish that won't fit into a black sack?

Answer:

Bulky items can be taken to either Household Waste Recycling Centres located in Stock Road, Southend or Two Tree Island, behind Leigh Railway Station. Alternatively, there are a number of charities/organisations that will accept unwanted items for resale back into the community or to provide to low-income families. For more information on disposing of large or bulky waste, contact us.

Q: Rubbish Watch: What happens on Bank Holidays, Christmas and New Year?

Q: Rubbish Watch: I live in a flat - where do I put my rubbish for collection?

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