Blackpool beaches earn cleanliness awards

Three Blackpool beaches have been commended by Keep Britain Tidy for their cleanliness.

Blackpool South, Blackpool Central, and Bispham beaches have been bestowed with Seaside Awards, in recognition of the high standards of beach management,  nearby facilities and water quality.

Coun Jane Hugo, Blackpool Council’s cabinet member for climate change and environment, said: “This is great news for local residents and visitors to Blackpool.

“So many people work extremely hard to keep our beaches clean as we know how popular and much loved they are. 

“On behalf of the council I’d like to thank everyone who has played their part and securing this independent seal of approval.  From our dedicated Streetscene and Beach Patrol teams, to the many volunteers who litter pick, to every person that does the right thing and disposes of their litter responsibly.”

Blackpool has more than 800 litter bins, including 250 large capacity bins on the Promenade alone. They are emptied daily under normal conditions, and collections are increased whenever there is good weather and high visitor numbers. Reminders are in place to prompt everyone to get rid of their rubbish in the nearest available bin or take it home with them.

Blackpool is part of Turning Tides the cross-agency partnership working together in north west England to improve the quality of bathing waters.