Costa del Sol council denies plan to fine people peeing in the sea

Beachgoers express amusement and doubt at Marbella's attempts to clean up its coastline

Marbella city council has denied suggestions that anyone caught relieving themselves in the warm waters off one of the Costa del Sol's best-known destinations could soon face a fine of up to 750 (635).

At the end of May, the council approved a series of initiatives designed to improve the quality of the city's famous beaches. Although the proposals also include sanctions for antisocial offences such as playing loud music or playing annoying ball games, the most eye-catching measure was the fine for those who carry out physiological evacuations (bowel movements and urination) in the sea or on the beach".