Ealing residents are being encouraged to improve the condition of the borough's public spaces by getting involved in the Great British Spring Clean this spring.

Local groups, residents and ward councillors will be running a series of clean-up events from 3 to 5 March to mark the GBSC, with other events planned later in the month.    

Events taking place in Ealing include an orchard planting event and clean-up at Southall Recreation Ground and litter picking at various train stations. 

Councillor Bassam Mahfouz, cabinet member for transport, environment and leisure, said: “The Great British Spring Clean is a great opportunity for everyone to get involved and to keep their local area looking its best. 

“The GBSC will see residents rolling up their sleeves, taking pride in their neighbourhood and doing their bit alongside the council.

“I’d like to thank those involved for their hard work.

“The council is committed to keeping the borough’s streets and parks clean and litter free.

“We also crack down on illegal and irresponsible fly-tipping, and deal out hefty fines to anyone making a mess on our streets.”  

The GBSC is a national scheme that supports local clean-ups.

It aims to give residents a chance to take responsibility for their streets and community spaces.

For further information about GBSC events in the borough, visit www.ealing.gov.uk/springclean