19th Apr 2008

Greens win on recycling at station

Greens are celebrating a signal from First Capital Connect that recycling bins will soon be installed at St Albans station.

Green Party members spent two evening rush hours last week collecting newspapers and plastic bottles from commuters at the station, to highlight their campaign.

Spokesman Simon Grover said: "We wanted to tackle the problem of overflowing litter bins and rubbish near the station. It's an opportunity to recycle a huge amount every day. We have been talking to First Capital Connect and the district council about this issue for over a year. Finally FCC is indicating to us that they will move forward on it, and they've asked us to help decide where the new collecting bins should go".

"This is a great example of how simple, thoughtful changes can make a if only there is a small amount of will to do it. The reaction from passengers when they hear about our idea has been fantastic, and I hope our action at the station will help guarantee success."

First Capital Connect has asked the Green Party to talk to them about the best place for recycling bins at the station. Previously they have sited security and access as the reasons for not installing them. St Albans Council has said there is a shortage of space for recycling bins near the station, and collection on a busy road might be difficult.