May 5, 2021 12:29 pm Cigarette litter, packaging litter, food and plastic-related litter are the most common in our communities, according to the results of the 2020 National Litter Pollution Monitoring System (NLPMS). The NLPMS provides important statistical data on the extent, causes and composition of litter in Ireland. Litter prevention As we prepare for an outdoor summer, Minister for the Environment, Climate and Communications, Eamon Ryan has announced an additional €5m for litter infrastructure, prevention, cleaning, and awareness campaigns. The minister has also sought an immediate mapping of bin infrastructure to identify optimum placement of new bins and to pinpoint where smart solar-compacting bins could be feasible.