WREXHAM Council is urging residents to dispose of their waste sensibly this Christmas.

The warning comes after they received a number of reported incidents of fly tipping taking place around Stryt Las Park in Johnstown.

A spokesperson for the council, said: "The park staff have been litter picking at least once a week throughout the year, and during the summer had a blitz – filling 77 bags.

"Parks are for everyone to enjoy, but unfortunately a selfish few are choosing to use our parks and public spaces as their own personal dumping grounds.

"It can be dangerous, it can pollute land and waterways, and it can also be a fire hazard."

The council have described these incidents as "selfish" which has resulted in them using their resources clearing up the environment, rather than be able to concentrate on improving the environment in a way that will benefit all residents.

Cllr David A Bithell, lead member for the environment and transport, said:“Fly tipping is selfish and dangerous, and can spoil the environment for other people and for wildlife and nature.

“Even at Christmas – when we tend to have more waste – there’s no excuse for fly tipping, and anyone who does it shouldn’t be surprised if they receive an invitation to court and a hefty fine.”

The council has put together a list of what the public should do if they discover fly tipping in the area:

  • Do not touch the waste, it may contain hazardous substances.
  • Do not disturb the site, as it may contain evidence that could help identify the offender and lead to a prosecution.
  • If you see someone fly tipping, note the date, time and place of the occurrence.
  • Note what the waste looks like and how much of it there is.
  • Note a description of any vehicles involved, along with registration numbers.
  • Do not approach any fly tippers. They are doing something which is illegal, they do not want to be caught and may become violent.