Mother Fined £11,500 for Disposing of Batteries in Guernsey; UK Battery Recycling Risks Highlighted
A mother in Guernsey received an £11,500 fine for disposing of 23 AA batteries while moving. The penalty was later reduced to £1,000. Island Waste, the refuse company, emphasizes safe disposal of batteries. The OPSS and NFCC highlight environmental and fire risks associated with improper battery disposal. In 2024, UK recorded 1,330 lithium-ion battery fires, a 93% increase from 2022, with e-bikes linked to a significant number. The Environmental Service Association calls for improved battery collection systems across England.
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A Guernsey mother was fined £11,500 for accidentally throwing away 23 AA batteries during a house move, with the penalty later reduced to £1,000. Island Waste, the refuse company, stresses the importance of proper battery disposal.
The OPSS outlines environmental hazards of batteries in landfills and their potential to leak toxic chemicals. In 2024, there were 1,330 lithium-ion battery fires in the UK, a 93% increase from 2022, predominantly linked to e-bikes.
The NFCC reported over 1,200 battery-related fires in refuse vehicles and waste facilities from 2023 to 2024. The Environmental Service Association calls for improved battery collection systems nationwide.
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