Education dubbed key in fight against litter blight

Monday, 29 August 2016 00:00

Young children on the Isle of Man will be taught the importance of keeping the Island's countryside clean.

It's part of plans from Beach Buddies to increase the awareness of the dangers litter poses to wildlife and the environment:

The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture has handed over £30,000 to the charity to help in its work.

It also wants to encourage children to keep their school grounds free of litter - founder Bill Dale says education is key:

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