Article Source: Renfrewshire Council
Last Updated: 27 March 2020 11:33
Bin collections in Renfrewshire are continuing to run as normal at this time (26 March), but the area’s recycling centres are currently closed.
With an expectation more waste will be created during this time, the council have offered a list of handy tips to help people reduce, reuse and recycle.
• Wash and squash your cans, plastic bottles, tubs and trays – a good rinse is all you need to do.
• Reuse any containers you can. They’re perfect for freezing any batch cooking.
• Break down cardboard boxes to save space.
• If you run out of food waste bags, use old newspaper or put it in directly until you can get more.
• Visit lovefoodhatewaste.com for advice on how to avoid wasting food, using up those ingredients that are stuck in your cupboard and how to store it correctly.
• The council website has a list of what should and should not go into each bin, do you know what goes where?
Residents are asked to ensure that parked cars do not obstruct collection vehicles to ensure that waste can be uplifted.
Renfrewshire Council Leader Iain Nicolson said: “This is an unprecedented time with everyone advised to stay at home unless it is essential that they leave for food, medical issues or to work in a key role.
“Being at home, you are going to create more waste than normal so I would encourage you to take recycling more seriously than ever to ensure you have the space you need in your bins.
“Our waste collections are running as normal at this time, but we need your support to help our fantastic frontline workers do their job so please be patient and show understanding for the position they are in.
“Our teams have been given the appropriate advice and PPE to carry out their role in line with government guidance and I want to thank them for the outstanding service they are providing at this time.
“To all our staff, partners, Unison, RHSCP, health workers and volunteers, thank you on behalf of us all on the way you have risen to the challenge in these difficult times.
“Let’s keep working together and show the strength of community that I know we have here in Renfrewshire.”
For the latest advice and guidance on Coronavirus, visit www.renfrewshire.gov.uk/coronavirus or follow the council on Twitter via @RenCouncil.
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