Fly-tipping cameras installed in Nuneaton and Bedworth

The council have specifically targeted 'hot spot' areas where waste is repeatedly dumped.

The smart cameras are deployed as part of a crack-down by officials as fly-tipping continues to be an issue across the region.

They're designed to detect and ultimately prosecute offenders and the cameras will be moved and installed around the Borough in areas of concern.

Waste crime; including littering and fly tipping, costs the authority thousands of pounds yearly to clear and dispose of.

Those caught fly-tipping risk an unlimited fine and prosecution. Rules also apply if your waste is dumped by a third party. The council has reminded residents to check if contractors are licensed to take trade waste.

A number of fixed penalty notices have already been issued to those responsible for fly-tipping in the Borough, as well as those who have given their waste to a third party - who have then gone on to fly-tip it.

Councillor Jill Sheppard, Portfolio Holder for Central Services and Refuse, said:

“I am delighted to announce the installation of smart camera systems to help stop environmental crime.

"Most residents of the Borough are responsible with their waste but unfortunately there are those out there who do not feel the law applies to them.

"This initiative is vital to our ongoing commitment to tackle illegal deposits of waste which continually impacts on our residents and visitors.

"Anyone detected carrying out environmental crime within our area can expect to be investigated and where appropriate prosecuted for their actions"