Jail for fly-tipper over country lane rubbish dump in Eckington
Simpson was also ordered to pay costs of £4,409.21, and compensation of £140 to two people who paid for him to take waste from their homes.
North East Derbyshire District Council said Simpson, who had advertised his waste disposal service over social media, had been seen by a member of the public fly-tipping in Gashouse Lane.His vehicle's registration plate and evidence from the rubbish in the lane led the council to Simpson.Councillor for environmental services Stephen Pickering said the case would hopefully send a clear message that the council "will not tolerate illegal waste activity".He said: "Rogue operators who ignore the law and blight our communities will be investigated and prosecuted."
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