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Abandoned Vehicles


Service Description: Each year in the United Kingdom, approximately 2 million vehicles reach the end of their life, either through age or becoming unusable after involvement in an accident, however, around 3 million vehicles are abandoned in England each year. Abandoned vehicles are expensive to remove, have a negative impact on the environment, look unsightly and can lower the quality of life in neighbourhoods.

Also known as:- Un-taxed Vehicles

Your FAQ

Question: What role do the Police have?

Answer: Under the Removal and Disposal of Vehicles Regulations 1986 the Police have powers to remove any vehicle which is left in breach of local traffic regulation orders, is causing an obstruction, is likely to cause a danger, or which is broken down or abandoned without lawful authority


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