COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

MEETING OF LUCAN/PALMERSTOWN/NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, May 25, 2021

MOTION NO. 26

MOTION: Councillor P. Gogarty

That the Chief Executive pilots a time-limited signage and social media campaign against cigarette butt-tossing by pedestrians and drivers in this Committee area, similar to campaigns used extensively in Australia, warning about the fines payable and the damage to the environment for this ignorant, disgusting habit by butt-tossers of all genders and ages that has no excuse whatsoever; that the findings of this be extended to the general Council for consideration elsewhere; and if a statement can be made on the matter.

REPORT:

South Dublin County Council intends to carry out a social media campaign highlighting the issue of cigarette butt litter in 2021. The Environmental Awareness Office  is also in discussion with Nobutts.ie who partner with public organisations to capture and recycle cigarette butts.