Tyre amnesty success story

A total of 908 tyres were collected to be recycled in an amnesty held in Llanelli.
Residents were able to take along any unwanted tyres to Tesco in Parc Trostre to dispose of free of charge.
The amnesty was organised by Tidy Towns, a Welsh Assembly Government-funded initiative delivered in partnership by Carmarthenshire County Council and Keep Wales Tidy. It is also being supported by Fly-tipping Action Wales, a national initiative that brings together 40 partner agencies from across Wales to tackle the problem of fly-tipping.
The aim is to encourage householders to dispose of their waste responsibly and discourage fly-tipping which is not only a blight on the landscape, but costs local authorities millions of pounds every year to clean up and causes harm to wildlife and the environment.
Tidy Towns project officer Simon Troake said: “Tyre companies attach a charge to any tyres that are disposed of at their business so illegally dumped tyres is a big problem not just in Carmarthenshire but across the UK.
“We are delighted with the number of tyres that were brought along to us at Tesco in Llanelli and hope the other amnesty dates will be just as busy.”
Further amnesties are being held between 11am and 6pm at the Baltic car park (Jobcentre) in Ammanford on Thursday, February 17; St Clears main car park on Tuesday, February 22 and H Holmes & Sons Funfairs car park (next to Llandeilo Bridge Mart) on Thursday, February 24.
Residents can take along up to 10 tyres to dispose of and they must also provide ID with proof of their residency in Carmarthenshire. Commercial, agricultural or trade vehicle tyres will not be accepted.
Householders are also reminded that tyres left outside of the times above is classed as fly-tipping.
South-West Wales co-ordinator for Fly-tipping Action Wales Emma Davies said: “Fly-tipping is a crime which has major repercussions on the environment. Burning tyres produces toxic fumes and the liquid produced when these fires are put out will harm wildlife, particularly animals that live in rivers or streams.
“It is important to work with partners like Tidy Towns to make sure residents understand the severity of the crime, which can lead to fines of up to £50,000, and find out how they can responsibly dispose of waste. Amnesties are a great chance for residents to get rid of unwanted waste, safely, legally and responsibly.”
For further information on the tyre amnesty contact Tidy Towns project officer Simon Troake on 01554 742159.

Colin Rees from Llwynhendy gets rid of some old tyres, there to help him were Brian Mogford, Kevin Evans and Simon Troake from Tidy Towns and Daniel Snaith from Keep Wales Tidy.
Picture: Jeff Connell.

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