Local MP Rob Wilson has attacked Reading Borough Council's waste collection services because they refused to remove rubbish from private property after a local landlord contacted him about fly-tipping in Southampton Street. We questioned the Council and a spokesman told us "Er, it's private land. Why don't you talk to the landlord?"

Rob Wilson was however unrepentant about his campaign. "It was a wonderful photo opportunity and anyway, why shouldn't the council clear up the mess on private land? In fact, I think they should also start providing scullery maids for Caversham residents. Why should council services only be for the poor? Rich people have to load up their dish washers too. It just goes to show how out of touch the council are with Tory voters."