[File Photo]Municipal councils are stepping up enforcement against illegal littering, with hundreds of fines already issued in the last financial year. Lautoka City Council recorded more than 640 littering fines, while Nasinu issued over 400, highlighting the scale of the problem nationwide. As councils strengthen enforcement, Permanent Secretary for Environment Dr Sivendra Michael says it is also advancing broader waste management reforms, including the proposed shift towards waste-to-energy solutions. Article continues after advertisementDr Michael has clarified that its role is strictly regulatory, with all developments required to undergo the Environmental Impact Assessment process. The Ministry says it will continue to follow established regulations and guidelines, urging the public to better understand its role as a regulator as discussions around waste-to-energy projects continue.