"CCTV footage shows the men breaking into the areas and directing tipper trucks loaded with rubbish for dumping while trying to hide their faces."
"Officials have also warned that around a fifth of all rubbish is illegally managed, with gangs behind it becoming increasingly sophisticated."
"The government has since responded with a 'zero-tolerance' new action plan to tackle the 1bn problem."
"The agency plans to make greater use of powers that can shut down an illegal waste operation immediately, with up to 51 weeks in prison for an operator who ignores the restriction."
Four men were sentenced for illegally dumping waste at six sites in London after an investigation by the Environment Agency. CCTV footage captured their actions, including attempts to hide their identities. Patrick Doherty received a 28-month sentence, while Martin Ward was sentenced to 18 months. Michael Ward and Simon O'Donnell received suspended sentences. The operation involved dumping various types of waste over a year. The government is implementing a zero-tolerance action plan to combat illegal waste management, with increased enforcement and funding to address the issue.
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