Scotland’s biggest mass litter picking event returns later this year and organisers say everyone can play their part in cleaning up Scotland.
Over the years environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful has mobilized tens of thousands of volunteers to take part in Spring Clean Scotland but is looking for more than ever to get involved in 2026.
This year’s Spring Clean takes place from March 13 to April 24 and the charity says that with the elections to the Scottish Parliament in May this is an ideal opportunity to send a message to prospective MSPs about the negative impact litter has on communities.
Keep Scotland Beautiful’s latest litter survey, published in October 2025, revealed that 83% of people wanted more to be done to clean up and prevent litter.
With seven in ten sites having a litter presence across the country, Spring Clean is the perfect opportunity for people who want to see a difference to make a difference.
Barry Fisher, chief executive at Keep Scotland Beautiful, said: “Spring Clean Scotland is the largest mass litter picking event in the country.
“If you are one of the 67% who agree litter makes you feel embarrassed about your own neighbourhood, why not get involved?
“Choose a location and register your event. This is the perfect opportunity to get involved and take action.
“We want every community in Scotland to get involved, get active and make a difference to an issue that affects everyone.
“Why not invite current or prospective MSPs along to join your clean-up and show them first-hand how much we need action to tackle this problem.”
Last year businesses across the country took part in the spring clean and they are once again being encouraged to get involved and organise litter picks, sponsor the event and support their communities and employees who are passionate about keeping Scotland beautiful.
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