A LITTER pick will take place at town grot spots.

Saturday June 30 will see the Evesham Town Plan Anti-Litter Group carry out their next pick.

Starting at 10.30am, the litter pickers will meet over the Workman Bridge on the corner of Bridge Street and Mortimer's Quay.

The Anti-Litter Group was formed in November 2016 in response the Evesham Town Plan.

After 1,200 residents responded to a survey about the town, many commented on the increase in litter and grot spots, damaging the beauty of the town. As a result, the group of anti-litter volunteers have come together to tackle the issue.

Over the course of the past 2 years, the group has been successful in picking 350 black bags from 11 problem areas in Evesham, saving a shocking £1750 in council taxes.

This, backed by the vast support of the people of the town, has led to the initiative gaining momentum.

Gerry O'Donnell, xouncillor for Wychavon District Council and member of the Town Plan Anti-Litter Group expressed, "I'm happy to have seen the progress of the group over the past two years and I'm glad to see they're still working hard to fulfil their aims and the wishes of the townspeople.

"Seeing the town's cleanliness improve and the number of grot spots reduce has been immensely satisfying to see. I am also encouraged that Wychavon District Council are now developing an anti-litter campaign and will work in partnership with our Evesham Group.”

The group are inviting new volunteers to join them on the day, asking anyone interested in helping to improve the town's cleanliness to become part of the litter pickers. All litter picking equipment will be provided, including a vest, gloves and bin bags.

For those who cannot join on the day but still want to get involved, the group invite you to organise your own pick closer to home with your friends and the Evesham Town Plan Anti-Litter Group will happily bring along supplies.

For more information, contact councillor Gerry O'Donnell via gerry.donnell@sky.com