'Putting in that extra bit of thought and care means our hills stay free from rubbish'
A charity doing what it can to tackle fly tipping in the Belfast Hills is urging householders to be responsible when getting rid of unwanted items after Christmas.
After securing funding, signage and licenses for cameras to monitor hot spots they have been working with authorities to try and end the blight.Efforts throughout 2022 caught 20 fly tippers red-handed, leading to some prosecutions. But the group says the festive season delivers a rise in fly-tipping in the hills. BHP is urging people across the city and further afield to keep the hills tidy and free from waste by getting rid of it properly.
“Local Councils can offer a free bulky waste collection service for larger items such as furniture and some electrical appliances.
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