Creating cleaner, greener neighbourhoods

At Helena, we're working hard to create clean, green, sustainable neighbourhoods.

Our Green Space service was established in 2010 and has made a real difference to many of our estates, often working with residents to do so.

What does the Green Space Service do?

Clear shrub planting beds on a monthly basis ensuring that they are clear of litter and weeds;
Prune shrubs on a monthly basis, if appropriate, depending upon the plant species;
Manage our open plan grass areas on a regular basis, including:

• Grass cutting and edge trimming;
• Removing litter and debris prior to cutting;
• Clearing grass cuttings from all hard surfaced areas that are next to grassed areas.

Checklist: how you can help in your neighbourhood

Please keep your front and back garden well maintained and tidy including any hedges, trees, shrubs and other planting;

Think about what you plant in your garden, consider how big the plants/trees will grow and how this will affect you and your neighbours;

Don't remove hedges from the boundary of your home as they're valuable to the environment;

Please report any vandalism to trees, planting areas, hedges and grass to your neighbourhood office immediately.