Why recycling is so important
Some recycling operators are struggling to get hold of enough, high quality material to turn into new products. In particular glass, paper and cardboard reprocessors are issuing warnings there may be shortages of some types of packaging.
You can help support them by making sure you recycle as much as you can, you are recycling the right type of items and they are clean. This is especially important for things like tins or yoghurt pots, as if any liquid gets on to the paper and card you put in your recycling then it will contaminate it, meaning it will not be of good enough quality to be turned into something else.
Recently, we have had many examples of green bins containing unrecyclable materials. This causes real issues at the sorting facility and can lead to some loads being un-reusable. Please make every effort to get your recycling right.
Check out our website for a list of what goes in each bin and lots of other information about reducing waste.
Alternatively, download our handy recycling guide.
We recommend composting any garden waste at home but, if you’re unable to do that, we are still running a fortnightly garden waste collection service.
We currently have 140L and 240L garden waste bins available to order.
Our 140L bins are perfect for small gardens. The service costs £36 a year with a £20 fee on signup for new customers.
You can also order a larger 240L bin. The service costs £52 a year with a £20 signup fee for new customers.
Please allow 7 working days for your brown bin to be delivered.
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