Carl Smith, 31, was fined over 800 for littering in Bromley after failing to pay a 100 fixed penalty notice for throwing a cigarette butt on the ground. His case highlights how serious the consequences of littering can be, as the fine comprises a 293 penalty, a 117 surcharge, and 423 in costs, demonstrating that ignoring littering laws can lead to significant financial repercussions.
Bromley Council emphasized the importance of keeping streets clean, noting that littering damages the efforts of street-cleaning teams who work continuously throughout the week. They reiterated that littering is illegal and that appropriate penalties would follow if someone is caught discarding waste improperly.
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