When will Hull start weekly food and garden waste collections?

Weekly collections for food and garden waste in Hull will commence from March 31.

Why is Hull City Council changing bin collection schedules?

The council is implementing weekly collections for food and garden waste as part of the government's Simpler Recycling initiative to increase recycling rates and benefit the environment.

What type of waste will be collected weekly in Hull?

Brown bins, used for food and garden waste, and food caddies will be collected weekly.

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Hull Bins Go Weekly for Food Waste!

10 Feb

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Summary

Weekly food and garden waste collections begin March 31.
Council hired 70 new workers for expanded collection rounds.
New recycling plan supports government's Simpler Recycling initiative.

Starting March 31, Hull residents will experience a shift to weekly collections for their brown bins, which handle food and garden waste, and food caddies. This move replaces the existing fortnightly service for most households in the city. The initiative is a key part of Hull City Council's commitment to enhancing recycling efforts and environmental sustainability.

Councillor Charles Quinn highlighted that these expanded collections align with the government's Simpler Recycling mandate, requiring weekly food waste collections nationwide. To manage the increased service, Hull City Council has recruited 70 new workers. A dedicated web app will also be introduced to provide residents with timely reminders and updates regarding their collection schedules.