Dudley's new food waste bins arrive for 80,000 homes
Dudley Council begins delivering 80,000 food waste caddies as new national rules start in April. Learn about the new collection schedule and the private sector debate.
Dudley Council begins delivering 80,000 food waste caddies as new national rules start in April. Learn about the new collection schedule and the private sector debate.
From a bitter bins strike to Labour resignations, Birmingham City Council faced a tumultuous 2025. Explore the key moments and the reasons for optimism as the city looks ahead to crucial local elections and major regeneration projects.
New national recycling rules start March 31, 2026, requiring four-bin separation. Households in England risk £400 fines for non-compliance. Check your local council's plans now.
Noah's Ark Zoo Farm reveals a stunning bear-and-cub sculpture crafted from recycled Christmas trees, highlighting conservation and a major recycling drive. Drop off your tree until January 25.
Dudley Council faces calls to reverse its decision to remove 500 grit bins after a big freeze sparks public outcry over dangerous roads and pavements. Labour demands action.
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a grim one-year milestone. Council's top officer Joanne Roney speaks out on the 'incredibly difficult' negotiations with Unite, stalled by equal pay and financial constraints. What's next?
East Cheshire Hospice's annual Christmas tree collection is back, aiming to top last year's £160,000 haul. Volunteers will navigate Macclesfield traffic, including FA Cup crowds, to recycle trees and fund patient care.
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a full year, with Conservatives accusing Labour of dragging the city's name 'into the gutter'. Calls grow for urgent talks to end the dispute.
Birmingham's bin strike reaches a bleak one-year milestone with no end in sight. A striking worker shares his embarrassment as rubbish piles up and talks remain stalled.
Birmingham's bin strike reaches its one-year anniversary, with Conservatives accusing Labour of damaging the city's global image. Read the latest on the ongoing dispute.
Birmingham's bins strike reaches a grim one-year milestone, with recycling collections suspended until at least June 2026. Residents face continued disruption.
Birmingham residents face months more wait for recycling as the bins strike hits its one-year milestone. Council confirms service transformation set for June 2026.
Dudley Council urges residents to leave bins out as crews tackle missed collections during the Arctic blast. Council leader pledges review of grit bin removals. Read the latest.
Dudley Council faces backlash over removal of 500 grit bins during cold snap. Leader pledges review as residents report dangerous icy roads. Read the latest.
Government commissioners say resuming negotiations to end Birmingham's year-long bins strike is not viable, praising the council's 'fortitude'. Read the latest on the dispute.
Birmingham City Council has released the 2026 schedule for its free mobile household waste service. Find out where and when the tip lorries will be in your area this week.
All households in England face new 'Simpler Recycling' rules from April 2026, with four waste streams and potential £110 fines for non-compliance. Get up to speed now.
A viral bin worker warns that putting crisp packets in household recycling could lead to bins being left unemptied. Discover the correct way to recycle them and avoid contamination.
A refuse collector reveals the common household item that contaminates recycling loads, leading to bins being left unemptied. Learn how to dispose of it correctly.
The UK government confirms a major bin collection overhaul from 2026, requiring households to separate waste into seven streams. Find out what this means for you.
Birmingham City Council confirms new fortnightly general waste collections from June 2026, with weekly food waste pickups. Learn the key dates and how your service will change.
Birmingham City Council confirms major waste service changes from June 2026, including fortnightly general rubbish collections and new weekly food waste pickups. Learn the timeline and details.
Government commissioners warn of four critical risks, including the bins strike and equal pay liability, facing Birmingham City Council despite 'positive' steps. Read the latest on the authority's fragile financial future.
Solihull Council announces revised bin collection dates for Christmas and New Year 2025. Find out when to put your rubbish and recycling out over the festive period.
Moya Cole Hospice partners with Just Helping for the 2026 Christmas tree recycling appeal across Greater Manchester. Register your tree for collection to raise vital funds. Bookings close January 5.
A timeline of the disruptive Birmingham bins strike, from major incidents to megapickets, and what residents can expect as the dispute continues into 2026.
Birmingham City Council apologises for long waits at Castle Bromwich tip and advises using alternative sites. Residents also report missed bin collections.
Dudley Council announces major waste collection changes from April 2026, including weekly food waste pickups and new bins. Get ready for the switch.
Birmingham City Council confirms revised bin collection dates over Christmas and New Year 2026. Residents warned NOT to put blue-lid recycling bins out due to ongoing strike action. Check your new dates here.
Birmingham City Council confirms a major waste service overhaul for 2026, including fortnightly rubbish collections and new weekly food waste pickups. Learn the timeline and what it means for you.