Fixed penalty notices totalling £2,000 have been issued after a New Forest road was blocked due to fly-tipped waste. 

New Forest District Council says it has issued £400 in fixed penalty notices to five owners of waste dumped in Holbury last Tuesday. 

The road was left impassable after the waste including plastic crates and cardboard was dumped on Park Lane. 

Council staff were diverted from other duties to attend and quickly cleared the rubbish, placing it in several vehicles. 

The notices were then issued on Friday. 

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Councillor Geoff Blunden, portfolio for environment and sustainability, said: "This inexcusable and illegal activity meant the road was impassable for a time, causing inconvenience and a hazard.

"This kind of pollution is an eyesore for residents, has a detrimental impact on the area and wildlife, and ultimately, comes at a cost to council taxpayers to clear.

“This prompt action by our teams in issuing these fines demonstrates our dedication to combatting illegal fly-tipping in our district.

"We hope that these penalties serve as a reminder to always check the credentials of people charging you to remove your waste.”

“Our teams are continuing to investigate the fly tip, and will pursue action against the people who dumped the waste.”

Residents can report fly-tipping, and find out how to check waste carrier licences at https://newforest.gov.uk/article/1018/Fly-tipping