“Village allotment” - this might need some explaining for those of us outside the UK. Here in the US, we often have community gardens of varying ownership, often church land or sometimes a public school.
I remember going to Germany and marvelling at the wonderfully clean streets and public places. So sad to see the amount of litter here. One thing that doesn't make it better, is the litter blown out of wheelie bins because the council have not collected them in two weeks. (This is our reality in Southampton atm). This means a month can go by without it being emptied. Meanwhile, the rubbish builds up.
I also think the loss of free waste collection for larger items has an exponential effect on fly tipping.
Well done for your public service - and your long-listing!
Congrats on the long-listing!
“Village allotment” - this might need some explaining for those of us outside the UK. Here in the US, we often have community gardens of varying ownership, often church land or sometimes a public school.
I remember going to Germany and marvelling at the wonderfully clean streets and public places. So sad to see the amount of litter here. One thing that doesn't make it better, is the litter blown out of wheelie bins because the council have not collected them in two weeks. (This is our reality in Southampton atm). This means a month can go by without it being emptied. Meanwhile, the rubbish builds up.
I also think the loss of free waste collection for larger items has an exponential effect on fly tipping.
Well done for your public service - and your long-listing!
I think I've seen the same George Carlin show as you. Congrats on the long list! You deserve this and more.
PS, it's a miracle you still find time to go for a drink occasionally!!!