Distribution of Newspapers Ceases
Local Business Expresses Frustration Over Newspaper Disposal by FUNKE
A Bottrop-based business is voicing their disappointment and anger towards publishing conglomerate FUNKE, over repeated incidents of improper disposal of newspapers. Since last year, the business has been paying close to €700 per month for newspaper ads, only to find their publications discarded disorderly, often in the wilderness or recycling containers.
One such instance took place in December when a whole trunk load of newspapers was dumped in a recycling bin in Bottrop. Despite such reports, FUNKE continues to cash in on their advertisements, leaving the business feeling that its money is effectively being wasted. Excuses such as the impact of war, the coronavirus pandemic, and the availability of e-paper have been frequently cited, but the problems persist.
Adding to their dismay, the business found numerous newspapers littering the entrance to Bugapark, on the left side of the stairs leading up the path. The business poses a question, with a touch of sarcasm, wondering if FUNKE would take responsibility for cleaning up this environmental pollution if they couldn't manage to control their employees.
The issue seems to afflict various locations, and while specific reasons behind FUNKE's poor waste disposal practices are yet to be identified, improper disposal often stems from insufficient adherence to local waste management guidelines, littering, or the absence of recycling programs. To mitigate these concerns, FUNKE may need to ensure their distribution practices align with environmental regulations and consider implementing recycling programs or educating customers on responsible disposal methods.
Without specifying the exact reasons for these complaints, the search results are inconclusive regarding the extent of FUNKE's involvement in these incidents, leaving thepublishing conglomerate with some work to do in addressing these customer concerns.
The business is concerned that the money spent on advertisements with FUNKE, whether due to the improper disposal of newspapers or the lack of a solution despite numerous reasons cited, may be jeopardizing its investment in the financial realm of business. On the other hand, FUNKE's continued cash flow from advertisements adds to the frustration of the business, as it appears that the revenue does not seem to be supporting adequate waste management practices that align with environmental regulations.