In the controversy surrounding Haringey Council’s handling of the roll out of wheelies bins in the borough, the Lib Dems say that bins left in the street are causing a daily hazard for many residents.

In many streets, bins left out on the pavement are causing an obstacle course for the disabled, visually impaired and those with pushchairs.

Lib Dem Environment spokesperson, Cllr. Bob Hare has written to the council demanding that action is taken.

Bob Hare comments:

“I have received a number of complaints about this problem. Refuse collectors say they are following their instructions to leave the bins where they are found them, even if this is outside the property. As a result, many bins are now permanently in the street, and are blocking pavements. The Council must ensure that pavements are wheelie-bin free.”