New Waste Collection Timetable for South East Cornwall Starts Tomorrow!

Residents of South East Cornwall, including Liskeard, Polruan, Polperro, Looe, Torpoint, Saltash, Callington, and Pensilva, as well as their surrounding areas, are set to experience a change in their waste collection services starting from tomorrow April 8th 2024.

Cornwall Council has made announcements regarding the new schedule for food waste, recycling, and rubbish collections to enhance the efficiency of waste management in these regions.

Weekly Food Waste Collections

Under the new scheme, households will now be able to dispose of their food waste on a weekly basis using their green outdoor food waste caddies. This change aims to encourage more residents to separate and recycle food waste, reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill.

Fortnightly Recycling and Rubbish Collections

Alongside the weekly food waste collections, residents will see their rubbish and recycling picked up on a fortnightly basis. Specifically, the new rubbish bins or protective sacks will be collected every other week, alternating with the collection of existing coloured recycling bags and boxes. This adjustment seeks to streamline the collection process and ensure that recyclable materials are properly managed.

How to Check Your Collection Schedule

Residents are urged to visit the designated website provided by Cornwall Council to check their new collection calendar. The website will inform them whether their first collection will involve recycling and food waste or rubbish and food waste, ensuring they are prepared for the transition. Click here to visit the website.

Recycling Old Rubbish Bins

In an effort to support the transition to the new collection system, Cornwall Council is offering to collect and recycle old rubbish bins for free. Residents interested in this service must book a collection by April 10th, demonstrating the council’s commitment to recycling and waste reduction. Visit the Cornwall Council website for more information on recycling your old rubbish bin.

Final Words

As the start date for the new waste collection service looms, residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the changes and prepare their waste accordingly. This restructured approach to waste collection is expected to make a significant impact on the local environment and community by promoting recycling and reducing waste.

With these changes set to take effect tomorrow, April 8, it is crucial for residents to ensure they are ready to adapt to the new collection schedule, contributing to a cleaner, greener Cornwall.