A warning has been issued after litter was found piled high in an alleyway
Waste was left dumped in an alley in Old Swan(Image: )
Piles of rubbish including a discarded suitcase and TV boxes are a “sign of neglect” in one part of Merseyside as an investigation is launched into fly-tipping. Images seen by the ECHO have shown how blue recycling bins were piled up with detritus at the rear of properties around Orleans Road and Sunbeam Road in Old Swan.
Among the rubbish left behind were huge TV boxes and a bright yellow suitcase that had been dumped. A warning has now been issued that those responsible for leaving their waste in an anti-social manner could have action taken against them by Liverpool Council.
Waste collection teams are unable to collect rubbish and bins if the lid is not closed. The huge piles of fly-tipping were found just as work had been completed on a nearby area in Old Swan to brighten up a dank alley.
Former city councillor Alan Tormey took it upon himself to report the fly-tipping. He said: “It was impossible to get purple bins out for the collection, and crews won’t access the alley while it was in that condition.
“Fly‑tipping in Old Swan isn’t just an eyesore — it’s a sign of neglect our community shouldn’t have to tolerate. Residents deserve clean streets, swift enforcement, and a council that takes responsibility.”
Waste was left dumped in an alley in Old Swan(Image: )
A Liverpool Council spokesperson said: “Fly-tipping in alleyways is unacceptable. Not only is it unsightly for neighbours, but it can cause real issues by attracting pests.
“All reported incidents of fly-tipping will be investigated and, where an offender can be identified, further action will be taken. Once this investigation has taken place, rubbish will be removed.
“Household bins should not be overfilled. The lid must be able to close for our waste collection team to collect them.
“We appreciate that some people may have more waste over the Christmas period, but any excess can be taken to a Household Waste Recycling Centre. The council also offers a free bulky waste collection service for larger items.
Waste was left dumped in an alley in Old Swan(Image: )
“There is no excuse for fly-tipping. Anyone who spots illegally dumped waste, or who has witnessed an instance of fly-tipping can report it on the council website.”
Less than a mile away, improvement works have been underway in Goschen Street. Following reports of fly-tipping and overgrowth, a group of volunteers worked over two weekends to turn the neglected space into a cleaner, more accessible area.
Large amounts of rubbish were cleared, and dense vegetation was stripped back to create a level surface. To prevent weeds from growing back, 40 tonnes of bark mulch was laid on the ground.