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Calls to tackle British ‘car litter louts’ as survey suggests road rubbish epidemic
More than half of AA members notice increased roadside litter, with 63% in the West Midlands reporting the worst rise, prompting calls for better enforcement and bin infrastructure.
- The AA's survey of 11,020 members between October 14 and 22 found 55% see more roadside litter, with the West Midlands worst at 63%.
- The AA said vehicle occupants dropping rubbish and poor infrastructure drive litter, urging local authorities to fund enforcement, clean-ups, and larger bins at lay-bys and service stations.
- Regionally, the poll found 58% in the North East and 57% in eastern England and Yorkshire/Humberside reported more litter, while Northern Ireland was lowest at 49%, up from 52% in May last year.
- The AA and Clean Up Britain said the figures are 'a wake-up call' and urged local enforcement and education programmes, warning littering 'costs millions' and endangers road workers, John Read said.
- Anecdotes include neighbours and construction workers forcing others to pick up roadside litter, with poll responses highlighting kitchen sinks and large discarded items.
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