A Llanelli pub has been fined £300 for failing to produce the relevant paperwork for the removal of its waste.
The public house was unable to produce waste transfer notes showing where its waste was being taken when asked by council environment enforcement officers.
It was fined under the Environmental Protection Act 1990 as a result.
Businesses have a ‘Duty of Care’ to make sure that any waste produced during the course of their business, is stored, transported and disposed of without harming the environment.
They must have a trade waste agreement in place making sure their waste is removed by a licensed waste carrier and all waste transfer notes are kept for two years.
Executive Board Member for Environmental and Public Protection Cllr Jim Jones said: “Duty of Care is one of the main ways to combat fly-tipping and businesses that fail to comply with this legislation can be prosecuted.”
For further information visit the council website or call Carmarthenshire Direct on 01267 234567.
Help keep news FREE for our readers
Supporting your local community newspaper/online news outlet is crucial now more than ever. If you believe in independent journalism, then consider making a valuable contribution by making a one-time or monthly donation. We operate in rural areas where providing unbiased news can be challenging. Read More About Supporting The West Wales Chronicle
