One tonne of litter collected near beauty spot

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Hsin-Yi LoSouth East

Guildford Borough Council said more than one tonne of litter was collected along the A31

Guildford Borough Council Two people wearing hi-vis clothing litter picking along a major road. — Guildford Borough Council said more than one tonne of litter was collected along the A31

More than a tonne of litter has been collected in three days at a Surrey beauty spot, a council has said.

Guildford Borough Council contractors were clearing rubbish along a stretch of the A31 at the Hog's Back, near Guildford.

A council spokesperson said although they are supporting the Great British Spring Clean this year volunteers were reminded to not pick up litter on busy roads.

"Residents are encouraged to choose safe locations such as parks, residential streets and open spaces," a council spokesperson said.

The council has advised volunteers on safety measures while litter picking

Guildford Borough Council Two people wearing hi-vis orange gear while litter picking. — The council has advised volunteers on safety measures while litter picking

The local authority has advised volunteers not to litter pick on roads with a speed limit of more than 30mph, not to climb down into ditches to collect waste, or work on roads which have no pavement.

It added volunteers should wear gloves, reflective clothing and use suitable equipment.

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