Drop litter, pay €250: Government sends clear warning to rubbish offenders

People caught dropping rubbish on Ireland’s streets will soon face a much bigger financial sting under a Government crackdown on littering. From September 1, the on-the-spot penalty for littering will jump from €150 to €250, with ministers hoping the tougher punishment will discourage offenders from dumping rubbish in public places. The Government has also unveiled […]