Local MP concerned about littering

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Local MP Edward Timpson was criticised in his first couple of years for not asking many questions in "The House" down in London Town. Not necessary true, but he's certainly been making himself heard in recent weeks. Speaking to the Leader of the House, Sir George Young, Mr Timpson highlighted the problem of littering and the fact that it cost the country over £850 million a year, including a shocking increase of over £100 million in the last year alone. Sir George agreed that even small efforts could help during tough economic times. He said: "I hope that all citizens will take their responsibilities seriously and avoid putting extra pressure on local authorities by increasing the sums that they have to spend on clearing up litter."

Mr Timpson said he had raised the issue because of feedback he had received from a recent leaflet. Many Crewe and Nantwich residents had expressed concerns about the amount of litter on the streets. He said: "Littering may seem a trivial matter, but it's something that affects people every day. Councils spend hundreds of millions keeping the streets clean, but if we all were a bit more thoughtful I'm sure we could reduce that burden. Nothing infuriates me more than to see someone drop litter needlessly, whether it is on the street, in a park or out of a car window. There is no excuse."

 

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