Literary Litter Pickers help tackle rubbish on local streets

Since starting up in May, a community led litter picking group, the Literary Litter Pickers, have cleared a fantastic 145 bags of rubbish from local streets.

The Literary Litter Pickers was set up by a group of Olton residents after they became concerned about litter in their area.

With support from councillors, Solihull Council’s Love Solihull programme and local businesses including McDonalds, London Midland and Toolman, the group have set about tackling the litter.

Following the success of the Olton based group, who have collected 112 bags of litter since May, a second group began meeting in Hobs Moat in September and have since collected 33 bags of litter from the local area.

Both groups welcome anyone who would like to help, young or old, and meet monthly at their local libraries where they are treated to tea and coffee afterwards.

Councillor Tony Dicicco, Cabinet Member for Stronger Communities and Partnerships said: “I was delighted to see the Literary Litter Pickers start up and I am thrilled with the progress they have made!

“Their efforts show how much can be achieved when members of the community work together and I would like to thank everyone who has given up their time to neaten up their neighbourhoods.

“I would encourage anyone who can to get involved.”

If you are interested in setting up your own litter picking group, or would like to join the Literary Litter Pickers, call ‪0121 704 6673‬ or email lovesolihull@solihull.gov.uk

Litter picking equipment is provided by Solihull Council.

The next dates for literary litter picking are Saturday 7th January from 10:30am to 11:30am for Olton Literary Litter Pickers and Tuesday 24th January from 10am to 11am for Hobs Moat Literary Litter Pickers.

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