Needle removal
We are responsible for the collection and safe
disposal of hypodermic needles (sharps) and other drugs
paraphernalia that has been discarded on local authority land or
other areas that are defined as open to the public.
In order to protect the public we aim to
react to any reports of sharps the same day.
If you are a private landowner or proprietor
with sharps discarded on your land you can contact us and we will
arrange for safe removal at a nominal charge.
Any sightings of sharps should be reported
immediately to the helpline. For your own safety please do
not attempt to remove any sharps you see.
Please note that it is not acceptable and
extremely dangerous to dispose of needles and hypodermics in
any street litter bin or through the
normal household waste receptacles.
For further related advice or information
please contact the Community Drugs Team.