The community of Torfaen is uniting in a campaign to combat persistent littering with the launch of the Keep Torfaen Tidy Spring Clean. Supported by Keep Wales Tidy, this initiative encourages volunteers to participate in organized litter picks across the region.
Event Details and Schedule
The Spring Clean will take place from Wednesday, March 11, to Tuesday, March 24. Various locations in Cwmbran and Pontypool will serve as meeting points for volunteers.
Meet-Up Locations
- Northville Car Park, Cwmbran – March 11
- Cwmbran Boating Lake – March 13
- Cold Barn Farm Community Centre – March 16
- Garn Lakes Car Park – March 19
- Halo Pontypool Leisure Centre – March 24
All sites are accessible for individuals with mobility challenges. The initiative aims to foster community spirit and enhance the local environment.
Goals and Achievements
Last year’s campaign was a success, yielding 68 bags of litter and 13 bags of recyclables. Mandy Owen, a councillor and executive member for the environment at Torfaen County Borough Council, expressed her hopes to surpass this achievement.
She stated, “Let’s see if we can beat it this year.” This sentiment captures the essence of the campaign, which emphasizes community involvement and environmental responsibility.
Volunteer Participation
Volunteers will receive litter picking equipment from the council and partners. However, participants are encouraged to bring their own gloves, wear sturdy footwear, and dress appropriately for the weather.
Events will run daily from 10 AM to 2 PM, providing ample opportunity for community members to contribute.
For more information, residents can visit El-Balad or the Connect Torfaen website. Join the effort to keep Torfaen tidy and fight against littering in our neighborhoods!
