Last week we brought you reports of rubbish strewn across Teddington High Street.

This occurs pretty much every Friday - you can check out the article HERE

Now while a number of people on social media put the rubbish down to the binmen themselves others believe foxes may be the real cause.

Resident Barry Houlston told us: "I think the problem is highly likely to be foxes. They are intelligent creatures and will know when plastic bin bags are put out on Thursday or the regular collection nights and will then have plenty of time to sniff out tasty morsels during the overnight period.

"Have seen this problem myself. The answer will be to place refuse in containers or proper bins.

"As an example the foxes were following our milkman on doorstop delivery day and on one occasion when bottles were not knocked over to lick the milk even managed to lift a bottle and take it away. I found it later hidden in our front garden.

"The milkman was aware of the problem and notified all clients and we bought a container to secure the milk!"

Liberal Democrat Councillor for Hampton Wick, Jim Millard, added: "Please do keep reporting, as we are determined to get collections working really well across all areas.

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"The feedback regarding these specific pics seems to suggest Serco collection plays a part but also people putting bags out after collection, and animal interference.

"That's the wider picture for Teddington High Street but of course the situation in your street and neighbourhood may be different. Your reports will be extremely useful in identifying where more training etc is needed to improve service."

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