Food Corner, a takeaway in Green Lane, Birmingham, has been ordered to pay nearly £2,000 after failing to comply with waste management regulations under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. The business was found guilty of not providing written information on how its waste was being disposed of, leading to a total bill of £2,628.50.
Court Hearing Details
At a hearing on Thursday, June 18, Birmingham Magistrates Court heard that city council officers visited the premises in 2025. The business was required to supply documentation detailing waste removal procedures. When no information was provided, a fixed penalty notice of £300 was issued in July 2025, followed by a reminder in August 2025.
Yasmin Osman, prosecuting for Birmingham City Council, stated that a certificate of non-payment was later issued, but the fine remains unpaid. “We've tried to have communication with them and officers have tried training about how to dispose of waste. But they have failed to provide documentation,” she said.
Penalties Imposed
No representatives from Food Corner attended the hearing. Magistrates found the company guilty of one charge: failing to comply with requirements regarding the making, retention, or furnishing of documents related to its duty of care for controlled waste under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. The company was fined £500, ordered to pay a £200 surcharge, and required to cover full prosecution costs of £1,928.50.
Director Khalid Javed, also of Green Lane, faced a similar charge but did not appear in court. The total financial penalty for Food Corner amounts to £2,628.50.
Impact and Enforcement
This case highlights Birmingham City Council's enforcement of waste regulations. Businesses must provide written evidence of proper waste disposal to avoid penalties. The council's environmental health team continues to monitor compliance, with training offered to help businesses meet their legal obligations.
