'Massive issue at the moment': Councils ask public to bin responsibly after recent litter increase Cork County Council said it anticipates an increase in waste from day trips and staycations this summer. By Orla Dwyer Saturday 1 May 2021, 7:30 AM 3 hours ago 17,151 Views 44 Comments Local resident Juliana Hearty cleaning rubbish at Portobello in Dublin in April. Image: Rollingnews.ie Image: Rollingnews.ie AN INCREASED AMOUNT of litter has been spotted at public areas in recent weeks, with the improved weather and outdoor social meetings a possibility for many people. As a result, Dublin City Council (DCC) has called for people to “act responsibly” and either use bins to discard their litter, or bring their rubbish home if there’s no bin available.