Click on the button above to find out what you can and can't put in your waste or recycling bin or bag.
Some easy tips!
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Garden waste:
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Take it to your local household waste and recycling centre
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Join SKDC's Garden Waste Service.
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Manage your food budget. An average family of four could save £50 a month! Visit the Love Food, Hate Waste website
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Buy items packaged in easily recyclable materials
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Rinse out food jars and tubs before putting them in the silver bin or clear bag
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Donate unwanted toys, clothes, shoes and books to schools or charity shops
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Replace disposable items such as cleaning wipes with washable cloths
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Use reusable cotton nappies rather than disposables
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Avoid using cling film and aluminium foil to wrap food
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Use boxes with lids instead
- SKToday magazine, which includes your annual bin collection calendar