Tidying up fallen leaves and clearing gardens , driveways, or other outdoor spaces might appear to be an innocent or even neighbourly task, but it's one that could prove quite costly for gardeners if particular errors are made. With autumn at its height, local authorities are cautioning residents that brushing leaves into roads, bagging them improperly, or placing them in incorrect bins could lead to penalties.

Ali Lijee, waste management expert at Rubbish.com, says: "It's one of the most common mistakes we see every year. People assume that because leaves are natural, they can go anywhere, but that's not the case. Where you put them, and how, matters more than you think."

Risks from placing leaves in incorrect bins

A frequent error Ali has identified is depositing leaves in the w

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