In preparation for the upcoming festive season, local waste and recycling services have announced adjustments to collection schedules to accommodate the holiday period. Residents are encouraged to take note of the revised dates provided in the table below to ensure a smooth transition during Christmas and New Year:
| Usual Collection Date | Rescheduled General Waste Collection Date | Rescheduled Recycling Collection Date |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, 25 December | Wednesday, 27 December | Wednesday, 27 December |
| Tuesday, 26 December | Thursday, 28 December | Thursday, 28 December |
| Wednesday, 27 December | Friday, 29 December | Friday, 29 December |
| Thursday, 28 December | Tuesday, 2 January | Tuesday, 2 January |
| Friday, 29 December | Wednesday, 3 January | Wednesday, 3 January |
| Monday, 1 January | Thursday, 4 January | Thursday, 4 January |
| Tuesday, 2 January | Friday, 5 January | Friday, 5 January |
| Wednesday, 3 January | Wednesday, 10 January | Wednesday, 17 January |
| Thursday, 4 January | Thursday, 11 January | Thursday, 18 January |
| Friday, 5 January | Friday, 12 January | Friday, 19 January |
In recognition of the increased waste generated during the festive season, households are reminded to separate their waste responsibly. Residents are advised to utilize their rubbish bins exclusively for items that cannot be reused or recycled. Furthermore, it is recommended to collapse cardboard boxes before placing them in the recycling bin.
For those with excess waste, reasonable amounts (2 to 3 sacks) placed next to the bin will be collected over the Christmas and New Year period. Additionally, extra cardboard should be bundled with string and positioned beside the recycling bin on the designated collection day, ensuring that the bundle does not exceed the dimensions of the bin.
**Extra Waste Guidelines:**
– Use rubbish bins exclusively for non-recyclable items.
– Collapse cardboard boxes before recycling.
– Place reasonable amounts of extra waste (2 to 3 sacks) beside the bin.
– Bundle extra cardboard with string, ensuring it does not exceed bin dimensions.
In relation to Household Recycling Centres (HRC), all four facilities will remain closed on Christmas Day (Monday, 25 December) and Boxing Day (Tuesday, 26 December). However, they will be open on all other days, providing residents with continued access to recycling services.
These adjustments aim to facilitate a seamless waste management process during the festive period, ensuring the community’s commitment to responsible waste disposal. Residents are encouraged to stay informed and adhere to the provided guidelines for a cleaner and more sustainable holiday season.
For additional information or inquiries, please contact [Local Waste and Recycling Services Contact Information].