As part of an offender programme run by the Humber, Lincolnshire & North Yorkshire Community
Rehabilitation Company (HLNY CRC), a team of 10 offenders has been at work filling the city’s salt
and grit bins as part of the Community Payback scheme.
The scheme is partly punishment for having committed a crime, but it’s also a way for offenders to
learn new skills, to work as part of a team, and to get a different perspective on their communities. It
also helps the community when bad weather comes , especially elderly and vulnerable residents.
Cllr. Ian Gillies, Executive Member for Transportation and Planning said: “The Community Payback
programme is an excellent way for offenders to have a positive impact and give something back to
the local community. It’s also helpful to the council, providing a valuable service quickly, efficiently
and at no cost to taxpayers.”