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flag An 86-year-old man was fined for spitting out a leaf blown into his mouth, sparking backlash over strict litter enforcement.

flag An 86-year-old man in Skegness, Lincolnshire, was fined £250—later reduced to £150—for spitting out a leaf that blew into his mouth while resting near reeds on a windy day, sparking public concern over strict litter enforcement. flag Roy Marsh, who has asthma and heart conditions, said he was startled by two council officers who approached him, accusing him of littering. flag His family and local officials criticized the response as disproportionate, especially toward elderly residents, raising questions about enforcement practices and officer discretion. flag The incident has fueled debate over balancing environmental cleanliness with fairness and common sense in public space management.

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