Town to trial gull-proof rubbish bags

Gull-proof rubbish bags are to be tested in dumfries as a way of tackling the nuisance caused by the birds.

About 40 households and businesses are being asked to take part in the experiment so that Dumfries and Galloway Council can monitor the impact. The large, heavy mesh bags will be given out to businesses and houses willing to take part who are currently provided with waste sacks rather than wheeled bins for their rubbish

A six-month trial is planned and if it proves successful the use of the bags could be extended to other properties.