Community groups, businesses and residents across Exeter are being encouraged to get involved in the Great British Spring Clean.
Events are taking place from 13 to 29 March - and people can sign up now.
The Great British Spring Clean is the nation’s biggest mass-action environmental campaign – it is calling on residents across Exeter to show they love where they live by taking part in the mass action litter pick.
Nationally, more than 400,000 volunteers clear litter from our streets, parks and beaches every year.
Exeter City Council is supporting the charity’s call to residents to pledge action and pick one bag or more of litter from streets, parks and beauty spots to protect our vibrant communities and precious wildlife habitats.
Visit the Keep Britain Tidy website to make the pledge and get advice and guidance about organising a clean-up.
Residents, community groups or businesses who would like to borrow litter-picking equipment and arrange collection of bagged litter can contact the city council by emailing StreetCleansingOperations@exeter.gov.uk or calling 01392 277888.
Councillor Ruth Williams said “The Great British Spring Clean is a great opportunity for residents to commit to help tidy up their neighbourhoods.
“Taking part in a litter pick connects us with other people, keeps us active and improves our wellbeing – it’s a great way to take pride in local areas while making a positive impact on the environment. It is also good for our environment, and especially for nature and wildlife which can be impacted by litter.
"We have several community groups already undertaking regular litter picking in Exeter, and they do a fantastic job. If people enjoy participating in the Great British Spring Clean, they may wish to join existing groups or even start their own."
To find out more and to pledge to pick up a bag or two, visit the Keep Britain Tidy website.
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