A General Election candidate has welcomed plans for tougher action on fly-tippers.
The Conservatives have unveiled plans for new measures which could see the offence carry penalty points against a driving licence.
The changes would also see the worst offenders facing losing their licence altogether and serving time in prison.
The anti-social behaviour plans would see the ability for local authorities and housing associations to kick out tenants who are found to have carried out three instances of anti-social behaviour, while those behind graffiti would be forced to clean it up.
Eddie Hughes, who will stand for the Conservatives in the Tamworth constituency which includes areas such as Fazeley, Shenstone and Stonnall, said:
“I am pleased to see these plans – anti-social behaviour is a blight on our communities. As Conservatives, we are committed to combating it.
“These measures demonstrate a clear intention to show offenders that their actions will not be tolerated.
“I know the pride residents have in Tamworth and the villages, and these plans will help ensure that everyone living and working here can feel even prouder of our wonderful area.”
Eddie Hughes
Candidates confirmed for the Tamworth constituency so far include:
- Ian Cooper – Reform UK
- Sarah Edwards – Labour
- Sue Howarth – Green Party
- Eddie Hughes – Conservatives
- Sunny Virk – Liberal Democrats
The existing penalties seem severe already:
On summary conviction in the magistrates’ court, to imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months, an unlimited fine or both.
On conviction on indictment in the Crown Court, to five years imprisonment, an unlimited fine or both.
The offenders’ vehicles can also be destroyed.
Not entirely sure that three points on a licence is going to cut the mustard.
Enough of being the Tories’ poodle, what are Reform’ s policies?
https://researchbriefings.files.parliament.uk/documents/SN05672/SN05672.pdf
Was he successful in Walsall ?
Professor Pineapple : If you are referring to Reform’s law and order policies i can gladly inform you of them. Allow PSCO’s to become police officers and phase out that role. Scrapping diversity , equity and inclusion roles. Regulations to stop two tier policing. Reform the IOPC to make sure it works for the law abiding public. Scrap crime commissioners and depoliticise the college of policing. Replace degree standard entry with entrance exam.Require officers to complete a 2 year probationary period. A strong preference for ex military officers and personnel to work in the force. Getting police back on the beat.
Blah Blah Blah! 14 years of ruin. lies and deception from the Tory party. What next, public hangings? Bring back the Austin Allegro and Barbara Woodhouse. Get Brexit Done, Stop the Boats, Let’s Bribe Tamworth.