Syringes

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 us to have them safely removed and disposed.

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

Please note that any needles, or syringes, etc. found on educational premises (e.g. schools, nurseries, etc.) during working hours should be reported immediately to the premises directly where staff on site are trained to deal with such items.

 The council offers the following advice to anyone who finds a discarded syringe:

• Don't touch the syringe.
• Cover the syringe over, if possible.
• Call our Callcentre on (01244) 402477 or email callcentre@chester.gov.uk and give the precise location of the syringe. A council employee will then visit the site to dispose of the syringe and check the area is clean.
• If you are pricked or scratched by a syringe needle, seek medical advice immediately from your GP.