Legally binding guidance for councils across England includes on-the-spot fines of up to £500  Today, the government has updated its code of practice on litter and refuse (COPLR), providing clearer direction and stronger legal powers to address litter louts. Crucially, the guidance has been put on a statutory footing, so that local authorities now have a legal duty to follow it.    Under the rules, councils can issue on-the-spot fines of up to £500 for … Continue reading Updated guidelines for councils on dealing with litter louts