Competition to name council's new street sweeping machines

In June, the council's Cabinet approved the purchase of the small diesel street sweepers, which are set to arrive in the autumn and replace its old machines.  

They will help the council continue to keep the borough's streets clean, while replacing older, less reliable vehicles, minimising disruption to the road cleaning schedules and making the service more sustainable. 

Competition entries from all ages are welcome but must be submitted via www.hillingdon.gov.uk/name-a-sweeper.

Entries via other methods will not be considered. The chosen names will be displayed on the sweepers, and the winners will be invited to a special unveiling ceremony at the Civic Centre, Uxbridge this autumn. The competition closes on Friday 1 August. 

Cllr Eddie Lavery, Hillingdon Council's Cabinet Member for Community and Environment, said: "Our crews and equipment, including street sweepers, are out in the community daily, carrying out general maintenance and upkeep, which is essential to keeping the borough clean and pleasant for residents and visitors. 

"We're hoping that the competition will be a bit of fun and an interactive way for residents to get involved in naming the machines." 

For more information and to report litter or street cleaning issues, visit www.hillingdon.gov.uk/litter.