Your Waste, Your Responsibility
4 Trusted Ways to Keep Eastleigh Clean
As the festive season approaches, fly-tipping incidents are expected to increase. It’s important to understand that using unlicensed waste carriers can contribute to fly-tipping in Eastleigh. By taking responsibility for how we dispose of waste, we can help protect our community. To support this effort, we’re launching the “Your Waste - Your Responsibility” campaign.
Your duty of care
You are responsible for your waste even after it’s collected. By using licensed waste carriers, you help ensure that waste is disposed of safely, reducing the risk of fly-tipping and keeping unlicensed operators out of Eastleigh.
How to verify a licensed waste carrier
When hiring someone to collect your waste, confirm they hold a waste carrier’s license and request a waste transfer note as proof of legal disposal. This simple check helps prevent fly-tipping by making it harder for unlicensed waste carriers to operate.
Payment methods matter
Use card payments for waste disposal services whenever possible. This keeps a clear record of your transaction, helps deter illegal dumping and keeps unlicensed operators from profiting in Eastleigh
Understanding liability for Fly-Tipping
You may be held responsible for fly-tipped waste traced back to you if you don’t check the carrier’s licence. Using licensed services helps protect you and supports responsible waste disposal in Eastleigh.
Recommended disposal services
To make responsible disposal easier, we encourage you to consider these trusted options:
- Our Bulky Waste collection service
This paid service is a reliable choice for removing larger items from your home. By using the council's service, you can be
confident that your waste will be handled by a licensed waste carrier. - Visit your Household Waste and Recycling Centre (HWRC)
Your local HWRC offer free disposal. Simply book a slot and drive your waste to the tip at your convenience. - Anglo Doorstep collection
For a hassle-free option, take advantage of Anglo’s free doorstep collection service. They will collect unwanted household items, including small electricals and clothing/footwear. Plus, for each booking made, Anglo plants a tree, adding to our local environment. - Donate to charity or re-use organisations
If you have items in good working condition (with a sewn-in red or blue fire label for upholstered items), consider donating them to local charities or reuse organisations. This is a sustainable way to reduce waste, saving raw materials and benefiting the environment. Many organisations offer free furniture collection for items in good condition, including: