It's time to tackle fly-tipping!

Saturday, 10 May 2025 00:50

Fly Tipping is ugly and is destroying our open spaces, it is also dangerous for the wildlife that may root through it and either eat the plastics and other toxins or be trapped and die amongst it.

These are the reasons why Tom Shaw, like many local residents, has been reporting fly tipping to the Council and asking for it to be removed. The Liberal Democrats are calling on Heywood Township and Rochdale Council to take immediate action to tackle fly-tipping by introducing a Big Skip Day twice a year when the Township will provide street for people to get rid of unwanted household waste.

This would cost less than removing flytipping. Liberal Democrat campaigner, Tom Shaw, stated that “The closure of the Heywood Tip was a big mistake, however we cannot reverse that decision and it is high time that the Council took action to put right some of the mess that they have created.

That is why we are calling on Heywood Township to start organising a big-skip day twice a year to give people the chance to get rid of their bulky rubbish and keep Heywood clean.”

Tom went on to say “We know this isn’t going to be a quick fix and it needs more work such as utilizing transit vans once a month to collect bulkier items without people having to book on the website. I am calling on the council to speed up and increase the bulky waste collection introduced to the council by the Liberal Democrats and work with organizations like the Guiness Partnership and Rochdale Boroughwide Housing to ensure any fly-tipping reported to them be dealt with.” Schemes like this have been successful in councils such as Gosport which have seen a reduction of around 40% and 95% of waste is recycled.

The Liberal Democrats have set up a petition which can be found at https://www.rochdalelibdems.org.uk/ward/west-heywood/fly-tipping

Do you have a story for us? Want to tell us about something happening in our Borough?

Let us know by emailing newsdesk@rochvalleyradio.com

All contact will be treated in confidence.

More from Notices

Obituary: Ken Hancock

Some sad news has reached Bury Football Club with former Shakers goalkeeper Ken Hancock sadly passing away this week at the age of 87.
Obituary: Tom Youngs

Everyone at Bury Football Club is saddened to learn of the passing of our former player Tom Youngs at the very young age of 45. Tom died yesterday, Sunday 4th May, having been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis back in 2014.
Hamza Tahir joins Sharp Cross & Mann Solicitors' corporate and commercial team

Sharp Cross & Mann Solicitors has strengthened its corporate and commercial team with the appointment of experienced solicitor Hamza Tahir.
Obituary: Ernie McIntyre

It is with deep sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Ernie McIntyre, lovingly known as Ernie Mac, a cherished father, brother, grandfather and uncle.
Obituary: Eileen Walsh

Eileen Walsh passed away peacefully on 23 April 2025, following a short stay at Fairfield Hospital, Bury, aged 84.
Free sports and leadership training courses for Rochdale residents this summer

Two free courses offering sports leadership and community training will take place in Rochdale this summer, aimed at those aged 16 and over who want to boost their CVs and gain practical experience in the community sector.
Bury VCFA Chief Officer highlights local voluntary sector on Roch Valley Radio

Bury VCFA’s chief officer, Helen Tomlinson, appeared live on Roch Valley Radio’s Community Spotlight segment this morning to share how the organisation supports the borough’s voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector.
Cyber attacks don’t care how big your business is – are you prepared?

This week, Marks & Spencer, one of the UK’s largest and most recognised retailers, faced a significant cyber attack.