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Persistent Northampton fly-tipper fined over £3,200 for year-long spree
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A 25-year-old woman from Northampton has been ordered to pay more than £3,200 in fines and costs after pleading guilty to dumping rubbish on six separate occasions over a year. Maria Irina Notar admitted to offences under the Environmental Act 1990 following an investigation by West Northamptonshire Council.
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- Maria Irina Notar, 25, dumped rubbish on East Street, Northampton, on six occasions between July 2024 and July 2025.
- Notar pleaded guilty to six offences under Section 34(2A) of the Environmental Act 1990 at Wellingborough Magistrates' Court.
- She was ordered to pay a £615 fine, a £246 victim surcharge, and £2,364 in council costs, totalling over £3,200.
- West Northamptonshire Council stated that Notar failed to engage with the Environmental Crime Team during the investigation.
- The council reminded residents that they remain legally responsible for their waste even if they hire someone else to dispose of it.