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Britain's Most Repulsive Road: A Rubbish Crisis
31 Jan
Summary
- A stretch of the A38 in Willington is covered in rubbish.
- Clean Up Britain blames motorists for littering.
- Councils and National Highways dispute clean-up responsibility.
A significant portion of the A38 in Willington is facing severe litter problems, leading to its condemnation as Britain's "most repulsive road." Footage revealed the roadside verge overwhelmed with a vast amount of discarded waste.
Clean Up Britain, an organization focused on combating litter and fly-tipping, has identified motorists as the primary culprits. They report that drivers are throwing items like cans and wrappers from their vehicles, contributing to the unsightly conditions.
Adding to the problem, a dispute has arisen regarding who is responsible for the necessary clean-up operations. National Highways has stated that the task falls under the jurisdiction of South Derbyshire District Council. However, the local authority contends that National Highways should take the lead.
In response to the situation, South Derbyshire District Council has indicated that they are in discussions with National Highways. The aim is to collaborate on resolving the issue and to jointly promote campaigns against littering, encouraging drivers to dispose of their rubbish responsibly rather than on public roads.
