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Grandad, 86, fined for 'littering' after he spat out leaf which blew into his mouth
Roy Marsh, 86, was fined £150 after spitting out a leaf blown into his mouth, a penalty the council says aims to prevent environmental crime and keep public areas clean.
- Roy Marsh, an 86-year-old grandfather, was fined £250 for littering after spitting out a leaf that blew into his mouth while walking in Skegness.
- His daughter described the fine as a 'total disgrace' and suggested that authorities target specific generational groups.
- Councillor Adrian Findley stated that enforcement officers are 'taking it too far' regarding their actions.
- Martin Foster from East Lindsey District Council confirmed that spitting is included in their definition of littering.
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