Hundreds of extra bags of rubbish collected from Hastings streets

Over 530 more bags have been tackled thanks to four new cleaning routes

Author: Katie AhearnPublished 29th Sep 2026

Hundreds of extra bags of rubbish have been removed from Hastings streets as part of a fresh drive to cut litter.

Over 530 more bags have been tackled thanks to four new cleaning routes, following resident complaints over litter.

It includes in the town centre - including busy Queens Road, where those living there have shared it's improving its appearance.

Cllr Becca Horn, lead councillor for community safety and environmental services, said: "We're pleased to see such a difference being made in such a short space of time, and it's been great to receive positive feedback about our barrow-hands from residents who've noticed their streets looking cleaner.

"We'd like to thank our team as well as the many fantastic volunteers who litter-pick across our town. Their hard work and commitment is really helping keep Hastings tidy.

“Please do your bit by using the litter bins provided, taking recyclables home and reporting any litter or overflowing bins to us on My Hastings.”

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