This section provides information about discarded syringes and how you can dispose of them.

Needles, syringes and other drug related items are being increasingly discarded in the environment.

There are a number of hazards associated with handling these items and if discovered you should contact Pat Wardley, Technical Services (01720 424025), to have them safely removed and disposed of.

We advise members of the public not to pick up needles unless it poses an immediate danger to you or others. Ideally, you should contact us and we will safely dispose of them as soon as we can.

Sharps boxes for the disposal of needles can be provided on prescription by the local doctor.

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