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Asda staff do litter pick at New Earswick (From York Press)
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Asda staff do litter pick at New Earswick
8:49am Thursday 20th September 2012 in News
Mel Scott picks up the first piece of litter as the team of staff from Asda in York begins a litter pick in New Earswick, starting from outside the Folk Hall
STAFF from the Asda store at Monk’s Cross have been doing their bit for the environment with a litter pick.
A team of managers and collegues spent a rainy afternoon in New Earswick cleaning up public areas.
The litter pick was part of a Asda’s nationwide inititive to get staff involved in helping their local community.
The York store has taken on a number of projects in the the New Earswick neighbourhood, specifically focusing on keeping areas where children play safe and clean.
Brian Appleton, the store manager, said: “Helping in the community is really rewarding for our staff – it’s great to be able to give something back to our local customers.
“We had a great afternoon despite the weather, and we were very kindly warmed up with tea and coffee at the Folk Hall afterwards.
“I’d like to say a big thank you to everyone who has supported the initiative.”
keepitshut says...
10:42am Thu 20 Sep 12