In New Forest, villagers are facing issues with donkeys raiding food waste bins introduced by the council for recycling. The newly implemented bins, part of a £5.6 million initiative, are meant to encourage proper disposal of food scraps but have attracted the attention of roaming donkeys. Residents report chaos, with bins toppled and food scattered. Locals are now advised to secure their bins to prevent the animals from feasting on potentially harmful food, raising concerns about the health of the local ecosystem and animal welfare due to the risks posed by scavenging.
The trouble began earlier this month when New Forest District Council delivered new outdoor food recycling bins to thousands of households in villages including Brockenhurst, Lymington, and New Milton.
Local commoners say the scenes are more than just a mess. They're a threat to animal health, with the donkeys scavenging through bins potentially leading to disease spread.
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