If prosecuted, fly-tippers could face a maximum fine of �20,000

A fly-tipping action group has been set up in Dover to try to stamp out the problem of people dumping rubbish and unwanted items in fields and by roadsides.

The group wants as many people as possible to report incidents of fly-tipping to try and stop offenders.

People should tell the district council details of where they saw the fly-tipping and what was dumped as well as information about anyone they saw.

We maintain a network of more than 4,000 miles of public rights of way and offenders spoil our enjoyment of Kent's lovely countryside and town centres Paulina Stockell, Kent County Council

But people are also being told not to approach anyone seen dumping anything.

Fly-tipping has become a growing problem with about 100 incidents reported each month in the district.

The action group is made up of representatives from Dover District Council, Kent Police, Kent County Council, the Environment agency and the National Farmers Union.

Councillor Andrew Richardson from the district council, said: "Fly-tipping is a very serious issues which poses a very real threat to both the environment and public safety.

"It is vital we all work together to clamp down on illegal fly-tipping."

Paulina Stockell, from Kent County Council, said: "We maintain a network of more than 4,000 miles of public rights of way and offenders spoil our enjoyment of Kent's lovely countryside and town centres."

People prosecuted for fly-tipping could be fined up to �20,000.