Decision details

Keeping Britain Tidy Chewing Gum Task Force 2026

Decision Maker: Assistant Director - Resources (Environment)

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Key decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

Approval to accept grant funding of £27,500 from Keep Britian Tidy to tackle chewing gum removal, subject to acceptable terms and conditions being received.

Reasons for the decision:

Accepting the £27,500 grant awarded to NYC will enhance the street cleansing service.

Alternative options considered:

To not accept the grant funding would be a missed opportunity as currently there is no funding for chewing gum cleansing.

Publication date: 29/06/2026

Date of decision: 25/06/2026

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