Tipperary Clean Coasts volunteers collect a staggering 400kgs of waste in big clean-up

The month of June marked the celebration of Irish environmental programme, Clean Coasts’ 20th anniversary where clear community spirit was exhibited by volunteers taking part in clean-up events in Tipperary.

A total of 68 volunteers in Tipperary collected over 400kg of litter at 7 clean-ups held both on land and by the coast by groups of all sizes, from individuals, to households, community groups, sport groups, Tidy towns, and more to prevent litter pollution at the source to ensure it does not end up in the ocean.

A number of events took place in Tipperary, including in Burncourt, Cahir and Clogheen.

The significance of community spirit in Clean Coasts volunteers across Tipperary this year and years prior cannot be understated and over the past two decades, groups nationwide have tirelessly worked towards the preservation and conservation of our precious coastlines, reminding us all of the vital role we play in protecting our oceans, said Clean Coasts.

"Clean Coasts are thrilled to see so many groups and individuals stepping up across Ireland to help protect our ocean and celebrate Clean Coasts' 20th birthday and want to take this opportunity to thank and celebrate the efforts of all individuals and groups who have been protecting the Irish marine environment, whether they have been involved with the programme since 2003 or this is their first time joining the initiative," said Sinead McCoy, coastal communities manager.