A GROUP of Porthmadog residents joined forces at the inner harbour of Llyn Bach recently to collect litter.

The event was one of a number of litter-picks completed by residents in recent years, with the latest event being led by local Porthmadog-East councillor, Nia Wyn Jeffreys.

Cllr Jeffreys said: “Thanks to everyone who came to help. We collected a lot of litter which included some unexpected items, such as a car head-rest and a fishing rod. The group would like to thank Tidy Towns and also the council’s street cleaning staff who disposed of the rubbish as well as recycling a number of cans and bottles.”

Cllr Gareth Wyn Griffith, Gwynedd Council Cabinet member for highways and municipal affairs, said: “A big thank you to the many Porthmadog residents who went litter-picking on a cold winter’s morning. These efforts show how important community pride is in maintaining the health and wellbeing of our communities.”

Thanks also goes to Port Café for providing a well-earned panad and cake following the group’s effort.

Those who discard litter in a public place can face a court summons and a fine of up to £2,500.

Gwynedd’s Tidy Towns scheme is funded by a Welsh Government grant which aims to improve Wales’ local environment.