HC Deb 08 June 1939 vol 348 c635W
Sir W. Smithers

asked the Home Secretary whether he proposes to take any action to prevent the careless throwing of litter on the English countryside and seashore; and whether any steps can be taken to prevent this nuisance?

Sir S. Hoare

Good rule by-laws against the deposit of litter are already widely in force; their enforcement is a matter for the local authorities. I will send my hon. Friend a copy of the latest form of this by-law.

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