*[Enwl-eng] Waste in London is unsafe - and seems to be getting worse

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                        London must uphold its Reduction & Recycling Plans.









                        Tell London's Leaders: Tackle the City's Dangerous, 
Toxin-Leaching Litter Problem Now!



                        Sign Now




                        Living in a metropolitan area comes with benefits — 
access to public transportation, interaction with a wealth of different 
people and cultures, and availability of many different kinds of products, 
foods, and experiences to enjoy. But with such a richness and density of 
life also come certain pitfalls: like waste that clogs pavements and 
streets. For example, residents of London have recently noticed a sharp 
increase in littering around their city. This litter is bad for Londoners 
who see it as an eyesore, and it's also bad for the environment, wildlife, 
mobility and accessibility, and general human health. Yet some tenants' 
associations say their repeated complaints about the littering problem have 
gone unheeded. We can't let this problem continue to get more and more out 
of hand!



                        When refuse piles up on the edges of pavements and 
streets, it becomes extremely difficult or even impossible for people with 
mobility challenges to get around. That includes — but is in no way limited 
to — people who are blind, use wheelchairs, or are elderly. Navigating a 
constant maze of unexpected items underfoot can quickly lead to injuries and 
falls, or worse. On top of that, items like plastic bottles and more can 
leach toxic chemicals into our waterways and soil, poisoning the very earth 
and water we rely upon each day. And of course, both wildlife and pets often 
mistake trash for food — eating things that can clog their throats and 
stomachs, or can be laden with diseases. This has already resulted in 
shocking, painful animal deaths.



                        Several years ago, London's borough councils came up 
with plans to reduce waste, boost recycling, and thus cut down on litter in 
the city. But these Reduction and Recycling Plans, or RRPs, were developed 
before the COVID-19 pandemic began and government resources across the globe 
were suddenly stretched very thin. The RRPs originally laid out are a 
wonderful start, but there is still obviously a lot of work to be done to 
cut down on litter in London. Sign the petition to demand that London's 
borough councils uphold their commitments to waste reduction, and do 
everything in their power to keep London safe and clean!




                 Thank you,

                        Miranda

                        Care2 Petitions Team



                        P.S. Allowing litter to pile up in London is 
dangerous for many reasons — dangerous for us, our children, pets, wildlife, 
and even the Earth. Sign the petition!

                             Sign Now









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From: Miranda B., Care2 Action Alerts
Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2022 11:18 AM
Subject: Waste in London is unsafe - and seems to be getting worse

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