New 2026 bin rules: Four bins for UK households
Major new bin collection rules are set for 2026, requiring households to separate waste into four containers. Learn how the changes will affect you and boost recycling.
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Get Paid for Bottles at UK Supermarkets from 2027
A new UK Deposit Return Scheme will pay households to return bottles and cans to supermarkets from 2027, aiming to slash litter and boost recycling. Find out how it works.
Christmas Decoration Mistake Could Lead to £1,000 Fine
UK households warned over festive garden waste disposal. Dumping natural decorations risks £1,000 fines and harms wildlife. Check your local council's Christmas collection schedule now.
Bin strike sparks fly-tipping fears in Solihull
Concerns rise as Birmingham's bin strike impacts Solihull with increased fly-tipping. Council data shows over 3,000 incidents, with plans for a new enforcement strategy underway.
Birmingham street at 'tipping point' over daily fly-tipping
A Birmingham resident says fly-tipping on Tarry Road has become a daily health hazard. He pleads for council action as waste piles up again immediately after clearance.
£80 fines for wheelie bin mistakes hit UK households
UK councils are issuing £80 fixed penalties for wheelie bin misuse. Learn the rules to avoid fines for blocking pavements or causing a nuisance.
Birmingham Council faces fine over missed waste deadline
Birmingham City Council could face a government financial penalty after bin strikes forced it to delay new weekly food waste collections, missing a key environmental target. Read the latest.
Tameside Christmas bin collection changes announced
Tameside Council confirms festive bin collection dates for Christmas 2025. No brown bin collections from Dec 25 to Jan 7. Check your revised green, black, and blue bin days.
Cambridge volunteer wins award for tackling food waste and hunger
Lindi Holmes, a Cambridge volunteer, wins FoodCycle's Regional Volunteer of the Year Award for helping turn over 20 tonnes of surplus food into thousands of free community meals. Discover how you can get involved.
Check Hidden Fruit Codes at Tesco, Asda, Morrisons
Tesco, Asda and Morrisons customers are being urged to learn a hidden three-digit code on fruit and veg to reduce food waste. Find out how to read the labels.
Solihull Fly-Tipping Crackdown After 3,000+ Incidents
Solihull Council plans a new crackdown on fly-tipping after reporting over 3,000 incidents last year. Discover the new strategy and how residents can help.
Birmingham's new bin collection plan confirmed for 2026
Birmingham City Council confirms major waste service overhaul, including fortnightly rubbish collections and new food waste bins, will start in June 2026 regardless of ongoing strike action.
Birmingham's New Food Waste Service Set for 2026
Birmingham City Council plans a new weekly food waste collection and second recycling bin from June 2026, aiming to boost recycling rates above 30% despite ongoing strikes.
Birmingham's new bin collection plan revealed
Birmingham City Council unveils a multi-million pound overhaul of bin collections, introducing four bins and weekly food waste from June 2025 to boost recycling.
Birmingham's four-bin system starts June 2026
Birmingham City Council unveils a massive bins shake-up. From June 2026, households will get four bins for fortnightly collections and weekly food waste pickups. Get the full list of changes and dates.
Separate food waste collections for all from 2026
Labour government mandates separate food waste bins for millions in England from 2026. New recycling and packaging rules aim to boost circular economy and cut landfill.
Birmingham's new bin service starts June 2025
Birmingham City Council unveils a delayed masterplan to revolutionise waste collection with new weekly food waste pickups and fortnightly recycling from June 2025. Discover the changes.
Speke project awarded £7,842 to fight food waste
A Speke community project secures a £7,842 grant to help residents reduce food waste, learn vital cooking skills, and promote sustainability through workshops and a new community fridge.
Birmingham's worst road for parking fines revealed
Alum Rock Road is Birmingham's parking fine capital with over 10,000 penalties issued this year. Discover the city's top enforcement hotspots and why drivers keep breaking rules.
Driver fined 34 times for blue badge misuse
Council officials discovered a serial blue badge offender fined 34 times in Kingston upon Thames. Discover how authorities are tackling disabled parking space misuse across the UK.
Walsall landfill could operate for four more years
A decision on extending Walsall Wood landfill site for four years is due today. Residents report 'egg-like stench' causing health issues. Read the latest.
Solihull Council complaints reach three-year high
Complaints against Solihull Council have surged to a three-year peak, driven by issues with waste collections and highway maintenance. Discover the key findings and the council's response.
Signage Glitch Stops Fines for Bus Stop Blocking
Birmingham council confirms a signage problem prevents traffic wardens from ticketing cars blocking a Northfield bus stop, forcing passengers into the road. Read the full story.
UK Black Bin Warning: Avoid £80 Fines
Households in England warned over black bin rules. Mistakes with waste disposal could lead to £80 fines. Learn how to avoid penalties this winter.
Every Welsh black bin inspected, £100 fines issued
Blaenau Gwent council has inspected every household's black bin over eight years, issuing fines for recyclable waste. Recycling rates rise but miss 70% target. Read the full report.
Birmingham bin strike escalates with agency workers
Birmingham bin strikes could extend beyond May elections as agency workers join picket lines. Council defends collection record despite ongoing dispute. Read the latest developments.
Co-op's 6pm bakery discount slashes food waste
Co-op launches 'Too Good To Waste' scheme, offering members 50% off loose bakery items from 6pm daily. Save money and help the planet with this Birmingham-wide initiative.
Birmingham bin strike chaos escalates for Christmas
Birmingham's bin strike crisis deepens as agency workers join the walkout, threatening Christmas collections. Get the latest on the extended dispute and its impact.
Pieminister closes online shop ahead of Black Friday
UK pie chain Pieminister is temporarily shutting its online store before Black Friday to prevent delivery problems and food waste. Orders resume from December 2.
Co-op's 50% Off Bakery After 6pm Fights Food Waste
Co-op Members can now get 50% off loose bakery items after 6pm daily with the new 'Too Good To Waste' scheme. Save money and help reduce food waste.
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