Hythe Rural — Neighbourhood Policing Team

Road safety.

Several teams, including officers from the Community Safety Unit, Road Safety Unit and the Special Constabulary, worked alongside partner agencies to carry out a joint traffic operation aimed at improving road safety and tackling offences on local roads. The operation focused on moving traffic offences, which are offences committed while a vehicle is being driven, such as speeding, careless driving, using a mobile phone at the wheel and failing to wear a seatbelt. Checks were also carried out in relation to Trading Standards legislation and taxi licensing requirements. The operation resulted in significant enforcement activity, with 34 Traffic Offence Reports (TOR) being issued. A TOR is a formal record created when someone is suspected of committing a road traffic offence and may lead to a fixed penalty notice, a driver education course or a court appearance. In addition, 8 vehicles and one e-scooter were seized after offences were identified. This successful joint operation demonstrates the ongoing commitment of police and partner agencies to improving road safety, enforcing the law and addressing concerns raised by local communities.

Set: 2026-04-15

Fraud.

Officers have been working alongside Trading Standards during a recent road safety operation aimed at identifying vehicles that may be linked to fraudulent activity. This included checks on waste carriers to ensure they held the correct licences and were operating legally, as well as investigating businesses that had been brought to the attention of Trading Standards. A waste carrier licence is a legal requirement for anyone who transports waste as part of their business. Checking these licences helps prevent illegal waste disposal and other forms of environmental crime. In addition to this joint operation, officers have continued to carry out routine patrols across the area to identify potential fraud offences, including reports of cold callers and individuals who may be attempting to scam or deceive residents. Officers will continue to work with partner agencies, act on information from the community and take appropriate action to protect residents from fraud and related criminal activity.

Set: 2026-04-15

Fly-tipping.

A recent road safety operation focused on identifying vehicles suspected of being linked to fly-tipping or operating without the required waste carrier licences. A waste carrier licence is a legal requirement for individuals and businesses that transport waste as part of their work. These checks help ensure waste is being handled and disposed of legally, reducing the risk of environmental crime. Officers continue to work closely with partner agencies, including local councils and enforcement teams, to identify and take action against those responsible for fly-tipping. Fly-tipping is the illegal dumping of waste and can have a significant impact on rural communities and the local environment. In addition to enforcement activity, officers regularly patrol rural roads and locations that have been repeatedly targeted by offenders. These patrols provide a visible presence, help deter further incidents and support ongoing efforts to identify those responsible and bring them to account.

Set: 2026-04-15