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There is no question that ensuring the cleanliness of the environment where we hold our major sporting events is vital not just for the benefit of local communities but to uphold our world-leading reputation for excellence in hosting major events. Local authorities already have duties to support this. The Environmental Protection Act 1990 requires local authorities to keep their land, including the majority of trunk roads and other more minor roads, clear of litter and refuse within acceptable cleanliness standards. We have also published the Code of Practice on Litter and Refuse statutory guidance, which outlines the standards expected of local authorities with regard to their duty to keep their land clear of litter and refuse.