Inverclyde residents can now apply for garden waste permits online for 18 collections. Valid from March to November for £44.10 annually. Inverclyde Residents Can Now Apply for Garden Waste Permits Online Brown bin permits are now available online. Find them on the council website. These permits let them collect your brown bin. The permit gets…
Council faces tough choices to meet budget with rising social care and recycling costs despite increased funding and prior £14M in cuts. Northumberland Council Faces £16 Million Budget Cuts Amid Rising Costs Jan Willis is the finance head for the council. She said rising costs mean more cuts. These “efficiencies” are needed, she explained. Social…
Craven’s recycling sees changes! A new bin system rolls out gradually over years, adapting to different properties for a bespoke service. Recycling Collections to Change in Craven – but Over Several Years Hey, listen to this recycling news. They will collect bins differently now. Paper and cardboard bins get picked up. Also, plastics, glass, and…
Denbighshire councillors say the botched “Trolibocs” recycling roll-out has been dreadful. They’ve approved a detailed review of the issues. Denbighshire: Stress of Botched Recycling Rollout Dreadful Felt by Councillors Denbighshire Council had recycling issues. Councillor Hugh Irving leads the scrutiny committee, and they approved a review of the problems. The “Trolibocs” scheme launched last June,…
Worcester gears up for its 15th annual Go Green Week! Enjoy talks, workshops, and stalls aimed at eco-friendly living from February 10-15. University of Worcester to Host Extensive Go Green Week with Nearly 80 Events Hey, listen to this cool thing! They have this big sustainability week. It’s been happening for fifteen years now. The…
A climate scheme in Pendle sought to boost awareness using youth involvement, single-use plastic reviews, and community events across the local area. Pendle Council Launches Climate Scheme to Boost Awareness Locally In-Situ ran a climate change program. It happened during Spring 2024. They focused on community involvement. Events occurred across the local area. They emphasized…
Weymouth and Portland Marine Litter Project recycled 1.8 tonnes of marine waste, turning nets into fiber and plastic into granules through its scheme. Dorset Environmental Group Collects Almost Two Tonnes of Marine Rope for Recycling A Dorset group recycles marine waste. The group is called Weymouth and Portland Marine Litter Project. They recycled 1.8 tonnes…
One in ten UK councils may cut bin collections, impacting almost five million people. Changes will affect collection schedules and recycling services. Fury as More Than 10% of UK Councils Could Slash Frequency of Bin Collections UK streets could get dirtier. One out of ten councils may cut bin collections. The Taxpayers’ Alliance analyzed town…
Flintshire moves to three-weekly bin collections in April to boost recycling to meet targets. Other councils nationwide consider similar changes. Flintshire Council Adjusts Bin Collection Schedule to Every Three Weeks Hey, guess what I just read? A bunch of councils are changing bin collections! It seems like one in ten councils consider cuts. They want…
The Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway is focusing on eco-friendly maintenance this winter, using recycled materials for track work. Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway Keeps Eco-Friendly Focus This Winter Welshpool: The Welshpool and Llanfair Light Railway has stored its locomotives for winter. Now, the team is busy with important maintenance tasks. They are working on…
Somerset Council kicks off a new campaign to improve metal recycling rates across the county, encouraging households to recycle various metal items. Somerset Council Launches Metal Recycling Campaign to Boost Efforts Somerset: The Somerset Council is launching a new metal recycling campaign. They want to improve recycling rates in the area. This campaign is in…
Torridge District Council has started construction on a new Operational Services Centre, enhancing waste management and community resources. Council Breaks Ground on New Operational Services Centre in Torridge Torridge: The council has begun building a new Operational Services Centre. This centre will be the main hub for waste and recycling teams. It will provide office…
Haringey’s bin collection services include waste, recycling, and garden waste options for residents Bin Collections in Haringey 2025: Everything You Should Know About It Haringey: This London borough handles household waste and recycling collections. They provide services for general rubbish, recycling, food waste, and garden waste. In some areas, recycling bins are emptied daily, while…
A petition reveals that thousands of tonnes of recycling are incinerated instead of being processed, raising concerns in Brighton. Thousands of Tonnes of Recycling Incinerated, Petition Claims in Brighton Brighton: Thousands of tonnes of recycling are being incinerated. A campaigner, Robert Jones-Mantle, shared this in a petition to the city council. He presented the petition…
North Yorkshire Council plans tailored waste collection services after extensive feedback Changes to Waste Collections Will Not Be ‘One Size Fits All’ Malton: North Yorkshire Council is changing how waste is collected. They will alternate collections of paper, cardboard, and plastics, glass, and tin every four weeks. General rubbish will still be collected every two…
The DRS debate heats up as both governments miss key opportunities for improvement Scottish and UK Governments Misstep on Deposit Return Scheme Edinburgh: This week’s newsletter comes from Craig Dalzell, head of policy and research. We’re donating £10 to Medical Aid for Palestinians with every new annual subscription this January. Check out our subscribe page…
Councillors warn that reducing hours at the recycling centre may lead to fly-tipping and congestion issues Fly-Tipping Expected to Increase if Waterdale Recycling Centre Hours Are Cut Three Rivers: Cllr Chris Mitchell, leader of the Green group, spoke at a meeting. He expressed concerns about proposed cuts to the Waterdale Recycling Centre’s hours. The plan…
Residents in Bitterne celebrate as recycling bins are finally emptied after weeks of overflow Recycling Bins at Portway Close in Bitterne Finally Emptied Bitterne: Residents were frustrated with overflowing recycling bins. Many had to toss recyclables into general waste bins. This was not ideal, but they felt they had no choice. Yesterday, the city council…
Auditors are pushing Brighton and Hove Council for transparency on Cityclean’s changes, following significant governance issues in the rubbish and recycling service. Auditors Urge Brighton Council to Be Transparent About Cityclean Changes Brighton: Auditors want more transparency about changes at Cityclean. This service handles rubbish and recycling for the city. Over the past 18 months,…
West Berkshire Council now allows certain plastic pots, tubs, and trays in kerbside recycling, making it easier for residents. West Berkshire Council Expands Kerbside Recycling to Include Pots, Tubs, and Trays West Berkshire: Kerbside bin collections are getting better. Now, you can recycle more items like certain pots, tubs, and trays. The council is rolling…
