To make our streets cleaner, we have introduced several timed waste and recycling collections.
Both household and business waste and recycling will only be collected at very specific times from certain roads.
Please be aware that not all streets will have a timed collection.
You can view the timings of each timed collections area (.pdf, 112.6kB). We have also delivered a leaflet with information on where to leave your waste and at what time of day you are allowed to place your waste out for collection. There are also signs on the street for your information.
Because the scheme sets specific time slots at the start and end of each day when bags and bins may be put out for collection our Enforcement Team will ensure these time bands are followed.
If you put your waste and recycling out for collection on the pavement outside the stated times you may receive a fine under sections 46 or 47 of the Environmental Protection Act 1990. If the fine is unpaid, then legal proceedings will be filed against you/your business.
Avoiding a fine is easy, just follow these simple rules.
If you are a business, the introduction of timed collections may require you to amend your existing arrangements with your current waste provider to ensure you meet with the new guidelines.
Please note these new timed collections do not apply if your commercial waste and recycling is collected from within your premises.