Costa steps up to tackle litter in the Big Tidy Up
Staff from 654 Costa stores across the country showed their support in keeping Britain tidy.
In total, more than 1,900 baristas have volunteered to get out and clean up their area. Costa is the first coffee shop brand to sign Keep Britain Tidy’s Litter Prevention Commitment.
Keep Britain Tidy’s Chief Executive Allison Ogden-Newton said, "This is a fantastic way for Costa to show that it is committed to helping in the battle against litter in this country.”
"To have so many stores taking part on one day is testament to this commitment and a great example of a business that is taking the issue of litter - which blights our streets, parks and beaches – seriously."
Kerry Parkin, Costa Head of Communications and CSR, said, “We’re pleased to support The Big Tidy Up and are proud of the support that our 654 store teams have shown in taking part in their local events this Sunday. We look forward to the 12 months ahead as we continue to support Keep Britain Tidy in their ongoing activity.”
Costa is the latest business to sign the Commitment and joins McDonald’s, Wrigley, Waitrose, Coca Cola Enterprises and KFC.
As part of its support for Keep Britain Tidy, Costa will also be sponsoring the charity’s Big Tidy Up campaign for the next 12 months.
The Big Tidy Up is England’s biggest litter pick and an ongoing campaign that supports individuals, schools and communities who want to take action to clean up their environment.
