The prosecution of Phone Gadget Limited came after the council’s investigation into elevated fly-tipping near its Bromley premises.
The director of the business, Mr Muhammad Waseem Khan Raja, pleaded guilty at Bromley Magistrates’ Court on September 23, 2025, for not being able to demonstrate the company’s legal duty of care regarding waste.
Mr Raja was ordered to pay a total of £1,420 in fines and costs.
This penalty came after the failure to comply with a Section 34A notice under the Environmental Protection Act 1990.
The breach of the act followed after multiple attempts by the council to obtain documentation detailing the company’s waste disposal methods proved unsuccessful.
The council’s efforts to have Phone Gadget Limited demonstrate its legal duty of care began with a Section 34 notice being issued on January 8, 2025.
Despite follow-up letters and a £300 fixed penalty notice, no documentation was provided.
A final warning letter was sent in March, after which prosecution was pursued.
Councillor Page, executive councillor for public protection and enforcement, said: “Businesses must take responsibility for how they dispose of their waste and be able to demonstrate how they are disposing of their waste.
“Failing to respond to the Council’s enquiries only undermines our efforts to keep Bromley’s streets clean, with prosecution a last resort, which followed the non-payment of the Fixed Penalty Notice.
“If businesses need help and advice about their waste, we would encourage them to get in touch, with information on our website, with all of this helping to keep our streets clean as well as avoiding unnecessary prosecution.”
According to the council, residents and businesses are encouraged to report fly-tipping incidents via the council website, which are routinely investigated with a view to prosecute those responsible.
The council said businesses should keep in mind that they are required to be able to demonstrate how they dispose of their waste as part of their duty of care, failure of which may lead to similar legal actions.
To avoid such consequences, businesses needing guidance about their waste management practices are encouraged to reach out for help and advice or visit the Environment Agency website to understand waste disposal regulations or register as a licensed waste carrier.
The council said this would not only help maintain the cleanliness of Bromley’s streets but also prevent unnecessary legal actions.
Details of recent prosecutions and enforcement actions can be found on the Bromley Council website.
