Traders in Brighton and Hove are being fined in a crackdown on dumping rubbish in the street.

Sixty businesses in the city have received £50 fixed penalty fines from the city council.

Many are in the St James's Street area where the dumping problem is worst.

City Clean service development manager Kevin Moore said the council was not responsible for the collection of commercial waste.

He warned: "Some irresponsible traders will find themselves in court if they continue to ignore their legal obligation to deal with waste."

The council says traders must use reputable firms and make sure waste awaiting collection is stored safety.

Concerned traders should contact the Environment Agency on 01903 215835.

More information about the crackdown is available from Kevin Moore on 01273 294724.