Residents worry that a new recycling contract could worsen bad smells in Warrenpoint Concerns Over Recycling Contract May Worsen Odour Issues in Warrenpoint Warrenpoint: There are worries about bad smells in the town. A recycling firm from Newry just got a big contract. They will process waste from councils in England. Cambridgeshire City Council signed…
Dudley Council will end its commercial waste collection service after March 31, impacting local businesses. Dudley Council to Stop Collecting Commercial Waste from Local Businesses Dudley: The council has informed businesses that it will stop collecting commercial waste after March 31. This includes recycling services. From April 1, businesses must find licensed waste contractors for…
Residents are urged to avoid throwing disposable vapes in bins after a recent fire incident. Dangerous Vapes Warning Issued After Another Bin Lorry Fire Incident Bridlington: A fire broke out in a bin lorry due to a disposable vape. Residents are reminded not to throw vapes in household bins. The fire happened on January 23…
Dorset Council is gearing up for a new waste management center, but expect traffic delays with temporary lights until June New Dorset Tip: Temporary Traffic Lights Expected to Last Until June Blandford: So, there’s some big news about the new waste management center in Dorset. They’re starting prep work next week, and it’s going to…
Starting March 31, new recycling rules will require businesses in BCP to separate waste, making recycling easier and more efficient for everyone. New Recycling Rules Set to Launch in BCP at the End of March BCP: Big changes are coming for businesses in BCP starting March 31. If you have more than 10 full-time employees,…
Bristol City Council is considering a shift to collecting black bin waste every four weeks to boost recycling and cut costs Bristol City Council Aims to Be First in England for Four-Week Bin Collections Bristol: So, Bristol City Council is thinking about changing how often they pick up black bin waste. They might go from…
Lorna Slater expresses frustration over the UK Government’s handling of the deposit return scheme, questioning its impact on Scotland’s plans. Lorna Slater Criticizes ‘Baffling’ UK Government Deposit Return Scheme Edinburgh: Lorna Slater is not holding back her thoughts on the UK Government’s new deposit return scheme. She finds it puzzling that while the UK is…
A new recycling campaign in Hillingdon encourages kids to help with recycling at home using fun resources inspired by a beloved book series Children’s Book Series Sparks Exciting Recycling Drive in Hillingdon Hillingdon: A fresh recycling campaign is taking off, inspired by the popular “That’s Not My” children’s book series. It’s all about getting kids…
The Better Beeston campaign invites locals to join their new project aimed at turning litter into funds for community projects in Beeston Hill Better Beeston Says “Yes We Can” to Tackle Litter and Waste Beeston: Imagine if we could turn trash into cash. Well, that’s exactly what Better Beeston is aiming to do! This campaign…
Exciting news for Eastleigh as plans for a new materials recovery facility are set to move forward after government clarity on recycling. Plans for a New Materials Recovery Facility in Eastleigh Are Underway Eastleigh: Hampshire County Council is kicking off plans for a new materials recovery facility. They’ve included it in a big £1.1 billion…
Worcester City Council is gearing up to start food waste collections next year, aiming to boost recycling and sustainability efforts in the community Food Waste Collection Set to Launch for Worcester City Council Homes Worcester: Exciting news for residents! Worcester City Council is planning to roll out food waste collections for homes starting next year.…
Get the lowdown on Camden’s bin collection schedule and services for 2025 Bin Collections in Camden 2025: Everything You Should Know About It Camden: As a part of London, Camden handles all the household waste and recycling. They provide various services like general rubbish bins, recycling bins, food waste collections, and garden waste pickups. The…
The British Ironworks Centre’s recycling initiative has attracted thousands of schools eager to participate in a fun and educational project Thousands of Schools Join British Ironworks Centre Recycling Project Oswestry: Last weekend, the British Ironworks Centre kicked off its ‘Coral the Clownfish’ recycling project again. It’s a cool initiative where big metal fish sculptures go…
Residents and local councils raised concerns, leading to the rejection of plans to raise waste stockpiles at a Romsey recycling facility Romsey Recycling Plant Denied Permission to Increase Waste Stockpile Height Timsbury: Waltet Materials Ltd wanted to pile up waste higher at their site on Bunny Lane, but local folks weren’t having it. Residents, parish…
Test Valley Borough Council is set to launch a weekly food waste collection service, starting October 13, to boost recycling efforts. Council Approves Weekly Kerbside Food Waste Collection Service Starting Soon Romsey: Test Valley Borough Council has decided to roll out a weekly kerbside food waste collection service starting on October 13. This is a…
South Holland’s recycling efforts are falling short, with only a third of waste recycled. The council plans to boost awareness and participation. South Holland’s Recycling Rates Show Clear Need for Improvement South Holland: The local council is realizing it needs to step up its recycling game. Recent reports show that only about a third of…
A recycling facility in Timsbury faces pushback as plans to raise waste piles are blocked due to community concerns about noise and visual impact Recycling Plant Denied Permission to Stack Waste Seven Metres High Timsbury: So, there’s this recycling plant called Salvidge Farm, right? It’s on Bunny Lane and covers a pretty big area. They…
MPs have shown strong support for a deposit return scheme aimed at reducing waste and boosting recycling in England and Northern Ireland MPs Back Deposit Return Scheme for England and Northern Ireland London: So, there’s this new plan that’s got a lot of buzz around it. The deposit return scheme, or DRS for short, is…
Glasgow is set to introduce 1200 new bin hubs, enhancing waste management and recycling efforts while addressing rat issues in the city Glasgow Council Greenlights Up to 1200 New Bin Hubs with Rat Traps Glasgow: The city council has decided to roll out new bin hubs to improve waste management. They’ve been testing these hubs…
Residents are upset as plans to reduce Waterdale Recycling Centre’s hours emerge, fearing it will worsen waste issues in the area Waterdale Recycling Centre Cuts Plan Shocks Local Campaigners Garston: So, there’s some buzz about the Waterdale Recycling Centre. The council is thinking about cutting its hours. They want to switch from being open every…
