Litter bugs and lazy dogs owners beware, a council crackdown will make you pay the price for your anti-social behaviour.

Wardens wearing CCTV cameras will soon be patrolling the streets.

Gravesham council has decided to get tough by introducing a new scheme to combat the growing problem blighting the town.

The initiative, in partnership with the company Kingdom, will see two officers on a trial period patrolling five days a week.

Council leader Cllr John Burden has warned people they face on-the-spot penalties for dirtying the streets.

He said: “If people insist on not being good community citizens and throw rubbish on the ground they will pay a fine.

“It’s as simple as that and we will take them to court.”

The decision was made at a council cabinet meeting on Monday evening, with councillors welcoming the plans.

They will now go before a scrutiny committee and, if given the final green light, could be put into action as soon as December.

The new litter cops will have the power to fine people £75 for littering and dog fouling.

However, if the offender is under the age of 18 they will be let off the first time, with a letter sent to their parent or guardian.

The officers will wear a uniform complete with body worn CCTV