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What goes in each bin

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  1. General information about bin collections
  2. Pink Lid Bin
  3. You are here: Green Bin
  4. Black Bin
  5. Brown Bin

Green Bin

Items allowed in your green bin include:

  • Paper and Cardboard
  • Newspapers and Magazines
  • Leaflets and Junk mail
  • Catalogues
  • Envelopes and Greetings Cards (no glitter)
  • Shredded Paper (not bagged)

Items not allowed in your green bin include:

  • Garden Waste
  • Drinks Cartons and Tetrapak*
  • Wallpaper
  • Items contaminated with food

Cartons, such as Tetra Pak, can be recycled in the black bin for glass, cans and plastics.

If you would like more information on what goes in each bin please visit the A to Z of waste.

Find your nearest Household Waste Recycling Centre

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