Introduction

The rules for what you can and cannot put in bins, recycling points and centres is varying all the time.

The following broad options are listed below.

You could also consider beconing a plastic action champion or volunteering to help - further details <here>.

 

Refuse Collections - Blue/Grey Bin (collected fortnightly)

• A blue lidded bin for recyclable material
• A grey lidded bin for non-recyclable material

Further details:

• Refuse Collections
• What can/cannot go in my recycling bin
• What can/cannot go in my general rubbish bin

 

Garden and Food Waste Collection - Brown Bins (collected fortnightly)

• A brown/green bin (paid for service)

Further details:

• Garden and Food Waste Collection
• What can I put in my garden waste bin

 

Recycling Points

For bottles, textiles and shoes.

Further details:

• Recycling Points

 

Donating

Further details <here>.

 

Recycling Centres

For virtually everything.

Further details:

• Recycling Centres

 

Further Information

The following are useful reference sources

• What to do with - A-Z list of items and where to dispose of them - recyclenow.com/what-to-do-with
• East Suffolk District Council - Waste collection and disposal
• East Suffolk District Council - Litter, Fly Tipping, Abandoned Vehicles, Partnerships
• Suffolk County Council - Waste and recycling
• Suffolk Recycling
• Suffolk Coastal Norse
• To check whether a company is a licensed waste carrier, go to environment.data.gov.uk/public-register/view/search-waste-carriers-brokers