Horsham litter louts urged to ‘show respect’

The council says it is supporting the 2020 national Keep Britain Tidy campaign, encouraging residents not to litter or fly-tip public spaces during the coronavirus pandemic.

Meanwhile, the council is to increase how often public rubbish bins and dog waste bins are emptied in the Horsham district.

A spokesman said: “Litter has become an increasing problem in public spaces during the lockdown, most notably in and around parks and countryside sites, which are seeing a higher volume of visitors than usual.”

The Keep Britain Tidy campaign uses visuals to encourage residents and business owners to help protect key workers, reduce the spread of Covid-19 and keep public spaces clean by taking their waste home with them if bins are full.

Horsham council cabinet member for the environment Phillip Circus said: “We are pleased to be supporting this year’s national Keep Britain Tidy campaign, particularly at such a challenging time, when it is really important that individuals do not leave litter lying around in public places as it can pose a risk of infection to others, not least the key workers who have to clear it up.

“We should all have pride in our natural environment, particularly as more of us are now enjoying walks in outdoor areas.”

Anyone who want to report fly-tipping can do so at: https://www.horsham.gov.uk/waste-recycling-and-bins/litter-and-street-cleaning/fly-tipping

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