Harrow Council's environmental enforcement team mistakenly issued a £1,000 fine to a five-year-old for fly-tipping, based on misidentified evidence found on the street.
The father criticized the absurdity of fining a child, highlighting that the packaging found was a result of over-filled communal bins, not the child's actions.
Local councillor Stephen Hickman emphasized the need for a fair process and transparent appeals when enforcing regulations, particularly on issues involving children.
The enforcement contractor, APCOA, reached out to apologize and confirmed the cancellation of the fine, pledging to improve their processes to prevent future errors.
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