Festival-goers urged to forego deposit by leaving bottles and cans for charity

Aychin Pitse (4) at the launch of the 'Return for Children' initiative. Photo: Conor McCabe.

Caroline O'Doherty, Environment Correspondent

Festival-goers and sports fans attending some of the biggest events this summer are being asked to donate their drinks bottles and cans to charity.

Re-turn, which operates the Deposit Return Scheme, is to supply branded bins at concert and match venues where containers can be left.