Our online forms and systems

Some of our forms and systems will be offline between 7:00pm on Monday 18 March and 7:00am on Tuesday 19 March. Forms or payments submitted or made by phone after 8:30pm may not be received. We are sorry for any inconvenience.

Hazardous waste

Waste is hazardous if it is harmful to humans or the environment.

Contact us immediately if you find hazardous or toxic waste in a public place.

Call us on 0121 303 1112, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

Tell us:

  • where the waste is
  • what the waste is, if you know

Hazardous waste includes:

  • asbestos
  • chemicals, for example, brake fluid or print toner
  • batteries
  • solvents
  • pesticides
  • oils (except edible ones), for example, car oil
  • equipment containing ozone depleting substances, for example, fridges

Hypodermic needles

We have a service to remove hypodermic needles.

Hazardous waste in or on commercial premises

If you find hazardous or toxic waste in or on commercial premises, call the Environment Agency on 0870 850 6506.

Hazardous household waste

Hazardous household waste includes things such as:

  • paint
  • paraffin
  • fence treatment
  • garden chemicals
  • adhesives

You can take small amounts (up to six 2.5 litre containers) to your local household recycling centre. They must be stored in containers, and you must be able to transport them safely.


Page last updated: 10 November 2022

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