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28/01/2013
As more and more councils resort to on-the-spot fines to raise revenue, Wendy Hurrell asks if the public are being unfairly penalised. Iain Lee reveals why so much of London is ending up in private hands. And - comedian Roy Hudd celebrates the 75th anniversary of The Beano.
Last on
Mon 28 Jan 2013
19:30
BBC One London
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On-the-spot litter fines
Duration: 00:43
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The Beano's 75th anniversary
Duration: 08:07
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Privatising London's spaces?
Duration: 08:42
Litter fines 'cash cow' for London councils
Litter fines are being used as a cash cow by councils employing "private police forces", a BBC Inside Out investigation suggests.
The councils insist their only goal is to keep streets clean.
Read the full story on the BBC News website.
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Matthew Wright |
| Reporter | Roy Hudd |
Broadcast
- Mon 28 Jan 2013 19:30BBC One London