Bin collections reduced for some areas in the Midlands
As more bin workers feel that they are being put at risk in their roles during the coronavirus pandemic, it is likely that the region will see a change in its' bin collections.
Check this page to see regular updates on bin collections in the area.
Here are some of the areas that have been affected:
Derby
Derby City Council has said that they are only able to run a reduced waste collection service at present.
As the council is prioritising general waste collection (black bin), it is having to suspend garden and food waste (brown bin) and recycling (blue bin) collections until further notice.
The current situation is subject to change so the council has advised people to keep up to date on their website.
Sandwell
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council are still collecting household waste, recycling and food collections as normal at the moment.
It has advised people to leave out their bins if it hasn't been emptied on the usual day.
Garden waste and bulky waste collections have been suspended to allow them to prioritise during this time
Nottingham
Nottingham City Council is suspending its seasonal garden waste collections because of coronavirus in order to focus on the collection of essential general waste and recycling bins.
Here are some tips from Derby City Council to help you get your waste emptied:
Reduce as much waste as you can - only buy what you need and try to buy products with limited or less packaging.
Recycle as much as possible - recycling can still be stored at home safely without any risk if you rinse any food or product residue from it.
Put the right things, in the right bin - help bin collectors save time and money by putting items in the correct bins.
Putting your bins out - make sure bins are clearly presented as it may not be your normal collectors who empty your bins.
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