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Hospital Crackdown: £150 Fines for Littering Around Hull Royal Infirmary
11 Nov
Summary
- Fixed penalty notices for littering around Hull Royal Infirmary
- Includes dropping cigarette butts
- Part of new Public Spaces Protection Order to combat anti-social behavior
On November 11, 2025, Hull City Council announced a crackdown on littering around the Hull Royal Infirmary. Effective immediately, the council will be issuing fixed penalty notices of £150 to anyone caught dropping rubbish or cigarette butts in the hospital's perimeter.
The new measures are part of a Public Spaces Protection Order introduced to combat anti-social behavior outside the hospital. Councillor Charles Quinn, the portfolio holder for the environment, stated that the goal is to "create a clean and safe environment" for the hospital's staff, patients, and visitors.
The council's decision comes in response to ongoing issues with littering and improper waste disposal around the hospital grounds. The fixed penalty notices are intended to deter people from carelessly discarding their trash and encourage them to be more responsible in maintaining the cleanliness of the area.
