'Be Proud, Be Sound': Councils appeal to day-trippers to take their trash home

Councils all around the country are working hard to deter — and, when necessary, pick up — rubbish such as these bottles and cans left at the pier in Blackrock Village, Cork City. Picture: Dan Linehan

As summer approaches and the public enjoys more freedom due to the easing of Covid-19 restrictions, local authorities are planning how best to tackle the issue of litter.

With more people heading to beauty spots, rubbish being left behind has become an increasing problem.