Recycling contamination
We will not collect your recycling bin if it contains the wrong items.
What we mean by contamination
Contamination is when non-recyclable items are put in your recycling bins. This can spoil the whole load and stop it from being recycled.
We will not collect your bins if they contain:
- food waste
- black bags
- nappies
- textiles
- electrical items
- garden waste
- general rubbish
What happens if your bin is contaminated
If your bin is contaminated:
- we will leave a sticker on it to let you know
- you must remove the wrong items before your next collection
- we will not collect the bin while it remains contaminated
How we can help
Our waste team can give you advice on what goes in each bin.
We may visit your home to help if there are repeated problems.