Resident calls for action on bins left out in Rutherglen streets that are attracting rats

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A Rutherglen resident claims the place is being turned into a dumping ground that’s attracting rats.Nicola Costello claims people are flytipping all sorts of household waste beside bins, belonging to both residents and local businesses, that are left out on pavements 24/7.The resident says that areas particularly affected include Farme Castle Court, Barnflat Street and Baronald Street.She said: “It’s mainly these few streets and the area around Nisa in Baronald Street.

It’s more than just a few dirty nappies. It’s horrible.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android “Some of it has been moved but there is something every single day, we have seen loads of rats.“People see the bins and just leave stuff beside them.

The bins are meant to be brought in but they’re left out, if the bins were put away I think this would reduce, as people think it’s just a dumping ground.“It’s depressing at times, people are being houses and trying to keep the place nice.

It wouldn’t happen in Burnside. I’ve asked the housing officer to try and do something about it and remind tenants of what’s required.“She said she’s had to send letters out before to tenants.