From next week, please start using your recycling boxes and containers as you will not be able to use the blue/clear sacks.
The upcoming changes means that everyone will be on the same service, using kerbside boxes, a white reusable sack and food waste caddy to present their recycling each week. Everyone will need to sort their waste into the correct containers from Monday.
We currently deliver three different types of recycling collections to our residents. We’re now making sure everyone can recycle the exact same materials, including glass and food waste.
This is also important to us, as it will help us combat climate change, reduce waste and pollution.
You should have received a letter explaining the changes and what material goes in each container.
We also have an online guide about what goes in each container - click here to find out more.
If you are already using your containers, you might have a change to your recycling and black bin collection day. The entire district will also receive a food waste collection now, which will be new for some people.
Your letter will explain if your collection day has changed. From Saturday 18 November, you can also check possible changes to your collection day online at waste.southhams.gov.uk
Please make sure that when you put out cardboard for kerbside collection that it fits inside of your recycling box. We can’t currently collect any cardboard outside of the box.
We really appreciate your support as we introduce these changes to your recycling and food waste collection service. Your co-operation will help us deliver a smooth and seamless service for you.
Find out more by visiting our website:
www.southhams.gov.uk/waste-service-changes
We know that you might have some questions about the changes we're making to our waste and recycling service.
That’s why over the next few weeks, we’re holding community roadshows across the South Hams. You can come and ask questions about the changes, ask for additional containers or to speak to someone about our waste and recycling service.
The next of these roadshows are:
 18th November – Totnes Market, noon to 2 p.m.
20th November - Dartmouth Community Hall - 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
24th November - Totnes Market - 10 a.m. to noon
25th November - South Brent Village Shop - 10 a.m. to noon
Find out more on our website: www.southhams.gov.uk/waste-service-changes
Concerned about the energy efficiency of your home? Do you get what you need from our outdoor spaces? Are you thinking of switching to an all electric car in the near future?
These are just of the questions we are asking so we can get a better picture of what is important to you.
There's just two weeks left to have your say on our aims and ambitions for South Hams. Our consultation closes on Thursday 30 November.
Be part of the conversation - have your say online here.
We know that many of you are experiencing financial hardship because of the cost of living crisis.
We're using the Household Support Fund to support those who need help with food, energy, fuel, water and other household bills and essentials.
If you could use some financial support during these difficult times, apply online here.
With many of us feeling the pinch through the cost of living crisis, we want to help residents most in need pay their Council Tax.
We're proposing two changes to our Council Tax Reduction Scheme for 2024/2025.
Find out more and share your views online before 28 November.
If like our Waste and Recycling Team, you love a sunrise and the great outdoors, we may have the role for you!
We are looking for a HGV driver and Loaders for our refuse collection service working out of Torr Quarry Depot in Kingsbridge.
Find out more and about other roles on our website here.
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