Missed bin collection
Most reportedReport a missed general waste, recycling or paper/card collection. Reports usually need to be made within 24-48 hours of the scheduled day.
Tools · Report a problem to Tameside Council
Quick links to common council reports.
Council reporting forms are often buried three or four clicks deep. Here are the direct shortcuts to the most-used Tameside Council "report it" pages. Each link opens the official council form.
Fly-tipping / dumped rubbish
EnvironmentalReport rubbish or items dumped on a road, verge, alley, park or open land. Include a photo and what-three-words location if you can.
Streetlight not working
HighwaysStreetlights are sometimes the council's responsibility and sometimes National Highways' (for trunk roads). The council form routes correctly either way.
Pothole / road damage
HighwaysReport a pothole, sunken manhole, damaged kerb or worn road marking. Major-road potholes (e.g. M67) go to National Highways, not the council.
Abandoned vehicle
EnvironmentalReport a vehicle that's been parked and untaxed/un-MOT'd in the same spot for an unusually long time, or appears scrapped.
Noise nuisance
Environmental healthPersistent music, building work outside permitted hours, alarms, dogs. Out-of-hours noise emergencies are handled separately — check the page.
Pest control
Environmental healthRats, mice, wasps, fleas. Tameside Council offers a paid treatment service; some treatments are free for households on certain benefits.
Antisocial behaviour
Community safetyPersistent ASB by neighbours, on the street, or around premises. For an emergency or crime in progress, always call 999. For non-urgent crime, call 101 or use the GMP online portal.
Bus / tram service problem
Transport (TfGM)Buses, Metrolink and other public transport across Greater Manchester are run by TfGM, not the council. Use the TfGM contact form for missed buses, faulty stops and accessibility issues.
Crime (non-emergency)
GMPFor a crime in progress or immediate danger, always 999. For non-urgent crime reports: GMP non-emergency 101 or their online portal. Tameside Council does not take crime reports.
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