Litter along the Taff River in Cardiff creates a poor impression for tourists visiting Principality Stadium.
Rain washes trash downstream from further upriver, and some litter definitely comes from local sources. Cardiff Council has started cleaning Fitzhamon Embankment safely. They are working across from the stadium currently.
A complete cleanup might not happen until March. Councillor Singh feels this bad first impression is a shame. Litter worsens in Riverside during big events. Councillor Singh wants better cleaning during busy times, especially when Riverside has many visitors due to sports and concerts.
He wants cleaning services to match event crowds. Items, like a scooter, scatter along the riverbanks right now. Cardiff Council may have a March cleanup.
Council must install a safety line for cleaning, which is being installed in March for safety. The Harbour Authority owns that riverbank section, but the council cleans it through an agreement. Cleaning is set for March but could start sooner.
The affected river area is a welcome for visitors. The council says waste misrepresentation causes trash. Gulls and pets break open bags, making street litter. They have a dedicated enforcement team for litter.
The city center is called Cathays by the council. The team issued 2,661 notices recently in Cathays. Keep Wales Tidy says Cardiff street cleanliness is acceptable at 83.3%.
A recent survey showed more streets are lower graded. ‘C’ grade means widespread litter with slight buildup. ‘D’ grade means heavy litter and big buildup. The survey also showed more streets with ‘A’ or ‘B+’ grades.