A COUNCIL has pledged to tackle fly-tipping on a Darlington estate.

Residents of Lascelles Park say people are dumping rubbish, including furniture, in Aldbrough Walk.

One woman told a meeting of the estate's residents' association: "We have reported it to the council but nothing ever happens.

"The council come, they take it away and next day or the day after there is another three-piece suite or wardrobe or bed or kitchen unit."

Ward councillor Wendy Newall said she thought the estate was looking tidier.

"I know it's a problem but the last few times I have been on the estate it's been cleaner," she said.

A Darlington Borough Council spokeswoman said: "We are going to send out an environmental response team to investigate."

Fly-tipping can be reported to uniformed wardens or by contacting the council's website, www. darlington.gov.uk, or by calling (01325) 388777.