INCIDENTS of anti-social behaviour involving rubbish and bins in Winsford have reached problem levels.

Fly-tipping, bins being set on fire, and waste not being disposed of correctly have all been reported on the Wharton Estate and Wharton Gardens.

Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service responded to several arson attacks involving bins in recent weeks, with officers taking to social media warning residents to store them securely, and only to put them out on the street on the morning of collection.

In response to the incidents, a multi-agency clean-up day has been organised on Saturday, February 25, bringing together Cheshire West and Chester Council (CWAC), Cheshire West Recycling, Weaver Vale Housing, Changing Lives Together, Cheshire Police, and the fire service.

The aim is to give residents all the information they need about waste and recycling, to exchange broken or contaminated bins and boxes, pick up new wheelie bins and food caddies, and dispose of bulky items for free.

CWAC deputy leader, Karen Shore, said: “This is a great opportunity for officers from a range of organisations to speak to residents in this area to help them with waste and recycling issues, and it will build on the success of previous events. 

“We urge residents to pop to one of the information points to collect all the containers and information they need to start recycling their food waste.

“Recycling food waste is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. Look out for our information point banners during the day as teams move from location to location.”

CWAC’s Your Streets team will also be leading a litter pick on the day, and invited people from the local area to spare a half hour of their time to come along and join in.

Julia Chambres, open spaces manager at Weaver Vale Housing Trust, said: “We are committed to working with the community, residents, and local partner agencies to ensure all open spaces are clear of fly-tipping and that waste is disposed of in the correct way.

“Fly-tipping is a serious issue, and a criminal act. It can blight local communities and affect the health and wellbeing of residents.”