Earlier waste collections during heatwave
Due to the hot weather, waste and recycling collections will start earlier than usual (from 5am) for the duration of the heatwave. Please make sure your bins are out for collection the night before, or by 5am at the latest.
Tips for managing waste during hot weather
Higher temperatures can cause waste to deteriorate more quickly, leading to unpleasant odours and attracting pests. Residents are encouraged to:
- Secure food waste in compostable liners in their food waste bin.
- If you do put any food waste into your black bin, please put in sealed bags
- Keep bins in a shaded area where possible when not out for collection.
- Rinse recyclable containers before placing them in recycling bins – use old dish water to save water.
- Keep bin lids closed.
Current status of bin collections
▮recycling (green-lidded bin and green box)
▮food waste - running to normal schedule
▮refuse (black bin) - running to normal schedule
▮garden waste - running to normal schedule
Find your next collection dates
Report a missed bin
If your bins have not been collected but your neighbours' have been, report it using our online form.
Do not report missed collections by email. Our online form goes straight to the contractor so this will speed up the process. You will receive an automated acknowledgement once you've sent your form.
Options for recycling
Other bin problems
We have a separate form for reporting other issues including:
