Stereo equipment and televisions seized from a property in the Tendring area have been destroyed by Michael Talbot the Portfolio Holder for the Environment in the presence of representatives from the press and television.

The use of the equipment caused a statutory noise nuisance to others living in the area and Tendring District Council successfully prosecuted a case at Colchester Magistrates Court.

The owner of the items was fined £100 and ordered to pay £325 costs. A relative who lived at the same address was fined £130 and ordered to pay £325 costs.

Under the Noise Act 1996, Local Authorities can dispose of the seized equipment six months after a 28-day reclaim period. Following the expiry of this period the decision was taken to destroy the stereo equipment and televisions and put across a strong message that the Council takes statutory noise nuisance complaints very seriously.

For information on what to do if you are suffering a noise nuisance and what your Council can do to help please visit our Noise web page.