Dudley suspends fridge collections amid recycling crisis
Dudley Council has temporarily suspended fridge and freezer collections due to a national shortage of specialist recycling facilities, affecting residents with booked appointments.
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11 Items Banned from Food Bins Under New Defra Rules
From 31 March, waste collectors must collect food waste separately, with 11 items banned from food caddies including plastic, glass, metal, and liquids, as per Defra's Simpler Recycling guidance.
Food Waste Caddy Warning: 7 Items Not to Put In or It Won't Be Emptied
Millions of households across England now face weekly food waste collections under new Simpler Recycling reforms, but councils warn that putting prohibited items like plastic packaging or liquids in the caddy will result in it not being emptied.
Six BBQ Items Banned from Bins: England Warned
Six BBQ items, including charcoal and disposable grills, are banned from household bins under England's new Simpler Recycling scheme. Households warned of fire and contamination risks.
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Yellow Rain Warning: Flooding Possible in Scotland
A yellow weather warning for rain has been issued by the Met Office, with persistent heavy rain likely to cause travel disruption and flooding in north-west Scotland from Sunday evening.
Birmingham Recycling Bin Collections Resume
Birmingham City Council confirms recycling bin collections will restart from 24 July 2023 after a pause, with residents advised to check schedules online.
Birmingham Recycling Restart: Full Plan and Timeline
Birmingham recycling collections will resume from July 2026, starting with a pilot in north areas. New fortnightly waste system includes food waste and second recycling bin.
North Birmingham Leads New Recycling and Food Waste Service
Residents in North Birmingham and Sutton Coldfield will be the first to receive new recycling and weekly food waste collections, with black bin collections moving to fortnightly from June 30.
Bridgend Solar Farm Gets Five-Year Extension
Bridgend councillors approve a five-year extension for the Ty'n Y Waun Solar farm due to National Grid connection delays, ensuring the project's completion.
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Leamington Recycling Centre Closed Over Compactor Issue
Princes Drive recycling centre in Leamington Spa closed on June 10 due to a serious JCB compactor fault. Skips are full, and repairs are ongoing. Residents advised to use alternative sites.
Households Get Two New Bins Under Collection Rules Overhaul
Households across England will receive two new food waste bins as part of a major overhaul of bin collection rules, with councils rolling out new services from June.
100 Firefighters Tackle Bermondsey Recycling Centre Blaze
Around 100 firefighters and 15 engines are battling a major fire at a recycling plant in Bermondsey, south London. Thick smoke is billowing across the area, and residents are urged to keep windows and doors closed. Train services via London Bridge are dis
Birmingham Recycling Collections Update Amid Council Uncertainty
Plans to restart recycling collections in Birmingham are paused as the city council faces political uncertainty after the May elections. The service was suspended in February 2025 due to a bins strike.
Common recycling mistakes: pizza boxes and wrapping paper
Many UK households are unknowingly contaminating recycling bins with greasy pizza boxes and glittery wrapping paper, causing fire risks with vapes and batteries.
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Wolverhampton Council Set to Approve £5m Waste Contract
Wolverhampton City Council is set to agree a £5m contract for waste disposal services, aiming to boost recycling and reduce landfill waste. The contract includes targets for green waste, fly-tipping, and hazardous materials.
New Bin Rules: Lids on Glass Jars Required in England
Under the Simpler Recycling Scheme, households in England must attach lids to glass jars and bottles for recycling. Learn the new rules and tips.
9 Kitchen Items Banned from Recycling Bins Under New England Rules
Nine common kitchen items are now banned from recycling bins in England under the Simpler Recycling scheme. The Labour government's new rules standardize collections nationwide.
Bin Man's Warning: Stop Recycling Polystyrene
A refuse collector known as 'No1 Binman' on TikTok warns households that placing polystyrene in recycling bins could lead to bins being refused collection under new rules.
London Colney Scouts Win Green Can Award for Recycling
1st London Colney Scout Group has been honoured with a Green Can Award from Every Can Counts after recycling more than 76,000 aluminium cans in a year, raising £3,500 for community projects.
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79 Councils Exempt from New Bin Rules Until 2043
Seventy-nine English councils, a quarter of all local authorities, have been exempted from the new 'simpler recycling' rules introduced on March 31. Delays are attributed to funding shortages and a lack of specialized vehicles, with some areas not complyi
£80 Fines for Food Waste in Wheelie Bins from April
New national rules prohibit households in England from placing food waste in wheelie bins, with £80 fines for non-compliance. Councils are implementing the rules at different times.
Birmingham Recycling Collections Update from Council Leader
Birmingham City Council leader John Cotton announces phased reintroduction of recycling services starting June 2026, despite ongoing bins strike that began in February 2025.
£80 Fines for Wrong Bin Use Under New National Rules
Households across England face £80 fines for placing rubbish in incorrect wheelie bins under new national waste collection rules. Food waste must now be separated, with phased implementation by local authorities.
Wokingham Repair Café Celebrates Second Anniversary
Wokingham Repair Café celebrates its second anniversary, having repaired nearly 1,000 items and saved over 25,000kg of CO² emissions. The community initiative promotes waste reduction and skill-sharing.
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39 Banned Items in Bins: New Rules Risk £400 Fines
The government's 'Simpler Recycling' scheme mandates four separate waste streams for all households. Failure to comply could lead to penalties up to £400.
New Recycling Rules Start in England: Weekly Food Waste Mandatory
The government's Simpler Recycling legislation takes effect, requiring all councils to provide weekly food waste collections and standardised dry recycling bins across England.
England's New Recycling Rules: Four Bin Collections Start
All households in England must follow new recycling rules from March 31, with four separate bin collections introduced to increase recycling rates and reduce waste.
New Bin Rules: 39 Items Banned From March 31
Starting March 31, 2026, new government rules introduce four separate waste collections to simplify recycling. A list of 39 prohibited items includes glass, metals, plastics, and more that must not be placed in bins.
Merseyside Repair Project Cuts Waste with Community Workshops
The Reclaim & Sustain Project, backed by £26,920 in funding, delivers hands-on repair workshops across Merseyside to reduce household waste and build sustainable skills among residents.
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New Four-Bin Recycling System for UK Homes from March 2026
All UK households will face significant changes to recycling rules from March 31, 2026, with a new four-container system designed to standardize collections nationwide and eliminate the postcode lottery.
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