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26.10.2023 - 11:33 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The government is implementing a new 'three bin' policy in a bid to simplify collection in England.
It will be part of a major overhaul in the bin collection system which is expected to be finalised by 2026. Some of the major changes expected include a minimum requirement for waste food collection and the scrapping of the seven bin systems currently in place.
This means plastic, glass, and cardboard will be thrown together into one bin in a bid to get rid of an "excessive number of bins". The government said it hopes that changes will result in less waste being thrown into landfill sites, the Mirror reports.
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A statement from the government regarding the proposed changes reads: "As previously confirmed by the Prime Minister, the new plans for simpler recycling will make sure that households will not need an excessive number of bins. The reforms will bring in a more convenient and practical system which prevents councils from being hit with extra complexity, while making sure all local authorities collect the required recyclable waste streams: glass; metal; plastic; paper and card; food waste; and garden waste.”
We've broken up all the new changes being proposed by the government so you can learn how it may affect your recycling.
By March 2026, all food waste in England will be collected on a weekly basis. This includes any type of food meant for human and household pet consumption.
The only exception to this rule will be if a local waste authority is under a long-term contract. Examples of food waste include the following:
Garden waste collection will be provided by
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