YP Letters: A neat idea, but it should not be necessary...

THE campaign of ‘Clean for the Queen’ is a good idea but why is it necessary? The reasons for litter are many but here are a few.

First, we were taught at school to be neat and tidy.

Secondly, there is a law against litter dropping but, since there are few or even no police to enforce it, it is totally ignored.

Thirdly, the numerous take-aways used by inebriated or semi-inebriated customers create a ready-made environment to produce litter.

Fourthly, the councils used to employ road sweepers who took a great pride in keeping the place clean and tidy. Alas they can no longer afford to do so, owing to Government cuts.

Some time ago I followed a school bus at leaving time and saw numerous crisp packets and even drink cans tossed out of the windows.

I contacted the school, to be told that they had no responsibility in the matter and I should contact the bus company.

With that kind of attitude, how can one wonder why the pupils act as they do?