LITTER BILL: MAIN POINTS

. Maximum fines on indictment increase from £800 to £1,500

. Maximum fines on indictment increase from £800 to £1,500

. Garda given power to issue on the spot litter fines

. Flyers on windscreens to be prohibited

. Dog owners required to clean up if their animal fouls in certain public places

. Local authorities empowered to issue mandatory notices to occupiers of certain premises such as fast food outlets

. Organisers of major public events must provide proper litter control

. Property owners in restricted speed limit areas required to keep footpath or pavement in front clean.

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