Street litter is ‘long-standing’ issue in area
PEOPLE living in Sneinton are upset and angry about the state of rubbish-filled streets in the area.
The Post went out to speak with residents about their concerns after various issues were highlighted.
Broken glass, discarded food, boxes, overflowing bin bags, takeaway containers and face masks were some of the items spotted on different streets.
Liz Green, 54, a cook from Sneinton has noticed the rubbish for a while.
She said: “It’s just ridiculous. There’s general rubbish all about, there’s people fly-tipping, there’s broken glass, there’s overflowing bins...when will it stop?
“This isn’t something I expect from our Labour-run City Council, it shouldn’t be like this under any city council - someone needs to come and clear it all up. Simple.
“There needs to be high fines for those caught littering in Sneinton specifically and then it might stop but maybe if bins were actually collected that would help too.”
Bill Hart, 78, is retired and from Sneinton. He detailed how this is a long-running issue in the area.
“It’s been a problem for years but does anyone care? Apparently not,” said Mr Hart.
“When someone gets cut with glass or hurt, I’m sure someone will care then.”
Mohammed Hussain, 35, is a shop assistant from Sneinton. He said that he and others have complained to the city council.
“I’ve made a complaint to the council before, so have people I know,” he said.
“I walk through Port Arthur Road most days and you’re guaranteed to notice all the rubbish, you can’t miss it. Something needs to be done.”
A city council spokesperson said that, as in all areas of the city, there are regular patrols and neighbourhood action meetings to identify hotspots for fly-tipping and other waste issues, as well as responding to reports from residents.
“We investigate and remove fly-tips regularly and will take legal action where we find evidence,” said the spokesperson.
“We have seen improvements in many parts of Sneinton but will deal with these latest incidents.
“If anyone spots litter, fly-tipping or other issues in their area, they can easily report it to us online and we will take action.
“Anyone caught fly-tipping can be issued with fines of £300 or more and on-the-spot fines can be handed out by our community protection officers spotting anyone littering.
“We urge people to take pride in their local area and dispose of rubbish responsibly.”