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Beckenham Street Sweeper's Crowdfunded Holiday Blocked by Employer

Veolia cites contract restrictions, while community and local MP push for a resolution.

  • Residents raised over £3,000 to send street cleaner Paul Spiers on a holiday to Portugal.
  • Veolia, his employer, prohibited Spiers from accepting the funds due to contractual terms.
  • Local MP Liam Conlon and residents are advocating for a solution that allows Spiers to take the trip.
  • Veolia has offered to match the raised amount and donate it to a charity chosen by Spiers.
  • Online travel agent On The Beach awarded Spiers a free trip to Portugal through a specially tailored competition.
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