Mazarron cracks down on littering on beaches and dog mess on the street

The President of the Board of Directors of Bahía Urban Engineering, Andrés Aznar, calls for "civic spirit and citizen awareness"

The Town Hall of Mazarrón, through the company Bahía de Mazarrón Ingeniería Urbana 2007 SL (the company responsible for street cleaning and rubbish collection), has launched a campaign to clean the streets of the municipality. Mayor Ginés Campillo, explained that "Initially it will be a week-long awareness campaign but from next week onwards those who do not comply" will be penalised under the provisions of the variously municipal laws that cover general hygiene and sanitation.

Specifically, the Mayor referred to the Laws covering Street Cleaning, Use and Enjoyment of Beaches and the Ownership and Protection of Animals. The fines could reach up to 450 euros for uncollected dog faeces, 500 euros for depositing garbage on public roads and pavements and 750 euros for waste on the beaches. However, these figures are only for minor faults. If the actions are repeated and become serious or very serious infractions, the sanctions can reach up to 12,000 euros depending on the facts reported.

For his part, the President of the Board of Directors of Bahía de Mazarrón and Councillor for Coastal Services, Andrés Aznar, provided details of the information campaign that is made up of three slogans addressed to citizens (see posters below): "You know the theory, now put it into practice" alluding to the waste that is deposited outside the litter and refuse containers; "He can't but you can" aimed at those dog owners who don't pick up their pet’s faeces; and "This summer leave the beaches clean, not in a mess" which shows how the beach should not be left after enjoying it. These are direct messages that will be displayed through municipal social networks, on refuse containers and other media.

In addition, Mazarrón Council has issued a reminder that the company Bahía de Mazarrón has a collection service for furniture, appliances etc that can be used by calling the number 0034 968 333 294 or requesting on Linea Verde the online platform.

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