"Please Put Your Litter in the Bin" - Classic British Government Poster

A charming and whimsically illustrated example of post-war British public information poster art, reproduced to capture the light-hearted civic spirit of this keep-Britain-tidy campaign. This glossy printed vintage government poster — produced for a British public information campaign — used humorous cartoon illustration to encourage the public to dispose of their litter responsibly.

• Paper: 200 GSM+
• Finish: Gloss
• Sizes: A5, A4, A3, A2, A1, A0, 20×30", 24×36", 30×40"
• Shipping: Free — rolled in protective cardboard tube

Produced as part of post-war Britain's public information design tradition, this poster typifies the approachable, humorous style that British government designers employed to engage the public on everyday civic matters. The delightful illustration — showing a comically harassed figure chasing after blown newspapers and rubbish — perfectly captures the absurdity of littering, using gentle humour to deliver a civic message. The bold red lettering and fluid painted style are characteristic of the best mid-20th century British public information graphic design.

Today, vintage British public information posters are charming and collectible pieces of post-war British design history. This reproduction is perfect for lovers of British mid-century graphic art, vintage civic design, or anyone who appreciates the wit and warmth of classic British public information campaigns. It makes a cheerful and characterful display piece for kitchens, offices, and hallways.

Printed with a glossy finish on durable 200 GSM paper, this reproduction captures the playful illustrated character of authentic British post-war public information poster art.

Sources for historical context:

• The National Archives (UK) – British post-war public information poster collection
• Victoria and Albert Museum – British mid-century graphic design archive
• Design Museum London – Post-war British public information campaign history

Disclaimer: While we do our best to upscale each poster to suit the different sizes, some may have small imperfections such as creases or blurred small script. This is normal from old posters that have been scanned or remade over time. We do our best and we are only human after all.