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Discarded syringes & needles
Needles, syringes and other drug related items are being
increasingly discarded in the environment.
There are a number of hazards associated with handling these items
and if discovered you should contact us to have them safely removed
and disposed of.
We advise members of the public NOT to pick up syringes,
unless it poses an immediate danger to you or other
residents. If you decide it is necessary to pick up a
syringe, ensure that you wear protective gloves so that you do not
come into direct contact with it, and place the syringe, needle
first into a bottle with a lid on.
Reports of discarded syringes/needles/broken glass on the public
highway or open space will be dealt with within the same working
day as the report is received.
To report a discarded syringe/needle please phone 023
8068 8440 or use our on line form.
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