This morning saw a group of community volunteers, working with Hyndburn Borough Council, tackle the rubbish problem around Woodnook. Local Councillors June Harrison and Bernard Dawson are joined by new Hyndburn Council portfolio holder for Enviromental Services Paul Cox in working to improve this area. Cllr Harrison said "we have residents along with the local Army Cadet Force helping today to clean this area of Accrington, all have been fantastic and really shows how we are working together as a vibrant community.
The clean up was funded through the local area council, with money going towards providing two skips on both Nuttall Street and Clement Street. The big Woodnook spring clean also gave representatives from the waste services department a chance to help advise the community on recycling and removal of bulky goods. Community volunteer Joyce Plummer stated that it was great to see local Councillors getting hands on and tackling issues head on. She also went on to thank all those that attended and was proud of all the work they have done.
Cllr Paul Cox added "these skip amnestys are an ideal way to sort out waste that has accumulated in people's back yards, it also allows the community to get involved and improve the area they live" he added "PlaceFirst and Hyndburn Council are working hard to bring a large chunk of housing stock back into use, but days like this bring home the need to work in cooperation with the entire community to achieve any real results. The local labour team are working hard to make that a reality"
Residents are urged to contact 01254388111 if they require any bulky waste removal or to report any fly tipping.
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